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One County, One Nation: America 250 Ceremony
On April 16, 2025, the DeKalb County Board passed a resolution in support of the Illinois America 250 Commemoration, affirming our commitment to honoring this historic milestone through meaningful and educational opportunities for both current residents and future generations.
In recognition of this historic milestone, DeKalb County Government is pleased to announce the One County, One Nation: America 250 Ceremony, to be held on July 8, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the DeKalb County Courthouse. The ceremony will include a public reading of the Declaration of Independence and is envisioned as a community-focused event celebrating our shared history and civic values.
