Church Ordered To Remove “Support Our Troops” Sign

Church Ordered To Remove “Support Our Troops” Sign

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NEVADA COUNTY (CBS13) — A church is in a clash with Nevada County after being told to take down a sign with an American flag and a message to: support the troops.

Simple Truth Church put up the sign to cover an old, rundown billboard. However the “Support Our Troops” sign is becoming quite controversial. If the church doesn’t remove the sign, it could be fined.

Most drivers CBS13 spoke with did not have a problem with the sign.

“It doesn’t bother me at all,” said one person.

But for others, it’s an eyesore. It’s for that reason someone complained to the county to have it taken down.

“It’s a little surprising. All we meant to do was beautify the area, the corner, and it’s a reminder for me – for everyone that drives by – to pray for the troops,” church member Julia Stokes said.

Bill and Julia Stokes say the sign was meant to send a positive message and the church never knew it would stir up such controversy.

“Why would you knock something that has an America flag on it that says ‘Support Our Troops?’ I have no idea; I really don’t,” said Bill.

The banner, put up three weeks ago, may be an upgrade from the faded realty sign that was there before. But, according to Nevada County officials,: Simple: Truth Church needed to have a permit before making the change. And, if they don’t remove it, the county may.

“If we don’t do anything, they may come out and cut the sign down. And, we would have to pay for them to cut the sign down, which seems to be pretty harsh,” said Bill.

Read the rest at: Sacramento’s CBS Local.

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