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Deputy Donald William Durr Memorial Highway Dedicated in Lincoln County
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – On Tuesday, July 30, a section of U.S. Highway 51 in Lincoln County was designated as “Deputy Donald William Durr Memorial Highway” in honor of the sacrifice made by Deputy Durr, who was killed on May 27, 2017 in the line of duty.
“When men and women of law enforcement put on their uniforms and head out the door each morning they never know what each day will bring, but they know their job is to ensure their community is safe,” said Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District.
The memorial highway will start at the intersection of U.S. Highway 51 and Lee Drive in Lincoln County stretching north to Cold Springs Lane.
The dedication was held at the Moak’s Creek Baptist Church. King was joined in honoring Deputy Durr by Rep. Becky Currie and Lincoln County Sheriff Steve Rushing.
“We recognize Deputy Durr’s sacrifice with this memorial highway dedication to remind every person that drives down U.S Highway 51 that Deputy Durr put the safety and wellbeing of his community before his own,” said King.
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