[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 148 (Wednesday, September 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E837-E838]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING THE COUNTY OF MERRIMACK, NEW HAMPSHIRE, ON THE OCCASION OF 
                         THE 200TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. ANN M. KUSTER

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 13, 2023

  Ms. KUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Merrimack County in 
New Hampshire's Second Congressional District celebrating 200 years 
since its founding. For two centuries, Merrimack County has offered a 
wonderful place for families, businesses, and more to call home.
  Merrimack County, named for the Merrimack River, was organized in 
Concord 1823. It was formed by taking towns from northern Hillsborough 
and Rockingham Countries to create something new, a spirit of 
innovation that continues to this day. Nearly 154,000 people call 
Merrimack County home. The County has two cities and 25 towns, 
including our state capital, Concord. Merrimack is the third-largest 
county in our state by land area. The highest point of the County is 
Mount Kearsarge, at 2,937 feet.
  A dedication ceremony with special guest speakers, barbeque meals, a 
tree planting, musical presentations by the Concord Community Music 
School, a K-9 demonstration, informational booths, a youth activity 
corner, `touch-a-truck,' and raffles will all be part of the events 
commemorating the occasion.
  Today and every day, I am proud to call Merrimack County home. Here's 
to many more years.
  On behalf of New Hampshire's Second Congressional District, my best 
wishes to all gathering for Merrimack County's 200th community

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celebration. The leaders and residents of Merrimack County are part of 
what makes the Granite State such a special place to live, work, and 
raise a family.

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