The Fayette County Commissioners Court signed a proclamation declaring Oct. 6 as German American Day in Fayette County at the meeting held on Thursday, Sept. 26. It states that Americans of German descent constitute the largest ethnic group in the U.S., with more than 58 million proudly proclaiming their German heritage. Among those present at the proclamation signing were: (front, from left) Charles Murray, Audrey Huenefeld, Mannie Fritsch-Schmid, Fayette County Judge Dan Mueller, LeeAnn Hartmann, Glenn Altwein, Willy Schmidt; (back, from left) Precinct 4 Commissioner Drew Brossmann, Precinct 3 Harvey Berckenhoff, Precinct 2 Commissioner Luke Sternadel, and Precinct 1 Commissioner Jason McBroom. Photo By Melanie Berger / Courtesy of Flatonia Argus