Lifelong Thurston County voters to be honored for commitment to democracy

The Thurston County Auditor’s Office will honor hundreds of citizens who have voted for 50 years or more at a “Civic Pride Honor Roll” ceremony on Thursday, June 12, at 2 p.m. in the Expo Building at the Thurston County Fairgrounds.

Honorees will receive a certificate and commemorative lapel pin and hear from distinguished speakers.

“These lifelong voters have greatly impacted our communities by participating in every election,” Thurston County Auditor Mary Hall said in a news release. “We’re proud of these citizens’ outstanding voting records. It’s an honor to recognize their lifelong dedication to democracy, and I hope future generations will choose to follow their model of civic engagement.”

Honorees are registered voters in Thurston County and have voted for 50 years or more. To learn more about this event, contact the auditor’s office at 360-786-5408 or elections@co.thurston.wa.us.