Labor Day: Honoring the People Who Keep Our Community Moving
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When most of us think about Labor Day, we think about a three-day weekend, a cookout with family and friends, or perhaps one last day on Lake Norman.
But Labor Day is also a good time to stop for a moment and remember the hardworking people who built our country—and those who keep our community moving every day.
WATCH: The History of Labor Day
The first Labor Day celebration was held in New York City on September 5, 1882. Thousands of workers joined together in a parade to recognize the contributions of American workers and to call attention to the importance of fair working conditions.
The idea gradually spread across the country. In 1894, President Grover Cleveland signed legislation making Labor Day a federal holiday, celebrated each year on the first Monday in September.
Here in the Lake Norman area, we don’t have to look very far to see the people Labor Day honors.
They are the teachers preparing our children for the future, the healthcare professionals caring for our families and the first responders protecting our communities.
They are also the people working in our restaurants, shops, offices, schools and local businesses. Many are working behind the scenes, doing jobs that we sometimes take for granted—but jobs our community depends upon every day.
Labor Day also gives us an opportunity to recognize our local business owners and entrepreneurs. They took a chance on an idea, opened their doors and created jobs and opportunities for others. Their hard work and determination help make our Lake Norman towns such wonderful places to live, work and visit.
Much of this work happens quietly and without a great deal of recognition.
It can be found in the employee opening a local restaurant early in the morning, the delivery driver completing one more route, the caregiver working through the night and the small-business owner staying late to prepare for tomorrow.
Labor Day belongs to all of them.
So, while you’re enjoying the holiday, take a moment to think about the people whose work makes our lives a little better every day. Many of them work without much attention or recognition—but Lake Norman would not be the same without them.
If shopping is part of your Labor Day plans, please remember our locally owned businesses. Take a look at our Guide to Local Shopping and discover some of the wonderful places located right here in the Lake Norman area.
From all of us at LKNConnect, thank you—and have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day.
