GUNTERSVILLE– The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office joined a domestic violence awareness balloon release Wednesday, October 14, at the Marshall County Courthouse.
Kelley’s Rainbow Domestic Violence Shelter hosted the event in recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The sheriff’s office also shared its participation in a message signed by Sheriff Phil Sims.
The event emphasized supporting survivors and remembering victims of domestic violence. It also called attention to the importance of community awareness and standing together against abuse.
In addition, the sheriff’s office reaffirmed its commitment to protecting victims. It pledged to work with community partners to help break the cycle of abuse.
Kelley’s Rainbow is the emergency shelter operated by Domestic Violence Crisis Services. The agency also serves Cherokee, DeKalb, and Marshall counties through victim advocacy, case management, counseling, shelter, and referrals.
Its work also includes public education and coordination with law enforcement and courts to support people affected by domestic violence.
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