Congressman David Kustoff celebrates America’s 250th birthday by honoring West Tennessee’s finest across TN-08
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WBBJ) - Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN-08) toured across Tennessee’s 8th Congressional District last week to present flags flown over the U.S. Capitol to West Tennesseans whose service and hard work have helped shape America’s story for 250 years.
“America’s 250th birthday is an opportunity to honor the people who keep our country moving forward,” said Congressman Kustoff. “Here in West Tennessee, that spirit is alive in the men and women who serve their neighbors and strengthen our communities. It was an honor to recognize West Tennessee’s finest and present them with flags flown over the U.S. Capitol.”
As part of the tour, Congressman Kustoff honored Major Billy Gene Key, an Army Reserve servicemember who was injured during a drone strike while deployed to Kuwait; and Larry Marshall, a U.S. Army veteran who received a flag in honor of his father, Phillip G. Marshall.
The tour included stops with local businesses, farms, first responders, educators, law enforcement, a…