California accepts nominations for California Heroes Month in September

SACRAMENTO – There are many everyday heroes all around – teachers, firefighters, soldiers, volunteers working to improve communities and even the young man or woman who helps their fellow citizen carry their groceries.

Daisy Tate, executive director of the Veterans Supplemental Support Network, wanted to make sure these heroes were given the recognition for their service. She spearheaded an effort to have local and state governments to recognize September as “Heroes Month” to honor local, everyday heroes from all walks of life for their selfless actions in the service of others.

In 2013, Tate...