By Joe Bachman

PORT EDWARDS – The Village of Port Edwards has been designated as an official “Monarch Village” — the first village to do so in the country.

“I am thrilled that the first of our two signs are up announcing to everyone that Port Edwards is a Monarch Village,” said Kathy McGrath. “We are actually the first village in the United States to get this designation.”

A monarch city or village protects and enhances the lives of monarchs in the area. There is a monarch city located in Cole Camp, Mo.

“Thanks to so many people in the community that have been supportive of this dream of mine.”

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