ROBERTSON COUNTY — Each year the Robertson County Commissioners and the County Judge declare the month of April as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month and once again a ceremony will be held at the Robertson County Courthouse to recognize the occasion. The Robertson County CPS Board will host the annual ceremony on Wednesday April 1 at 1:30 p.m. at the courthouse in Franklin. Community members are invited to attend and take part in recognizing the importance of protecting children and supporting families in the county. In years past the courthouse lawn has been decorated with blue ribbons but more recently volunteers have also placed bright blue pinwheels around the courthouse square. The pinwheels serve as a reminder of the children and families affected by neglect and abuse in Robertson County. Each pinwheel represents a child currently being served through the Robertson County CPS system. Organizers say the display helps the community better understand the number of children who rely on local services and support. The Robertson County CPS Board works with local law enforcement and the district attorney’s office to help identify children who may need to be removed from unsafe situations and provides support once they enter the CPS system. The board also helps provide school supplies clothing and other necessities to children as they transition into foster care or family placement. Volunteers with the CPS Board also work throughout the year to help local children in the system including making sure children receive support during the holidays and have basic needs met. Residents are encouraged to attend the ceremony and show support for the effort to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect in the community. The event will be held Wednesday April 1 at 1:30 p.m. at the Robertson County Courthouse, 102 W Deche