The Tunica County Sheriff's Office joined in the nationwide observance of Juneteenth, participating in a county-wide celebration that honored the historic significance of this day. According to the Tunica County Sheriff's Office Facebook post, the day's festivities included a spread of food prepared by Jail Cook Mrs. Lavern Shannon, which was enjoyed by attendees. The Sheriff's Office expressed appreciation for the staff who volunteered to help serve the food and emphasized their commitment to serving the community.
Sheriff Hamp underscored the spirit of the occasion with his remarks. "We must be careful and embrace one another, pray for one another, and take care of one another. Today we celebrate one another and uplift each other as we celebrate freedom," he shared, as reflected in a Facebook post by the Tunica County Sheriff's Office. This sentiment echoed the broader themes of Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and reflects on the continuing struggle for racial justice and equality.
The event also provided an opportunity for neighboring communities to come together, with special acknowledgment given to the Seniors on the Move group from Tate County and Tate County District 3 Supervisor Tony Sandridge for their participation. The post by the Tunica County Sheriff's Office went on to express excitement for a budding partnership between the counties.
