Courtesy photo Deke Copenhaver, Augusta mayor, recently received a Freedom Team Salute Award from the Secretary of the Army and Army Chief of Staff. The salute program recognizes those who have significantly contributed to supporting U.S. Army Soldiers and the Army's Mission. There have been more than 1.5 million commendation recipients since the program began in May 2005. For information about the program visit the Freedom Team Salute website at www.FreedomTeamSalute.com.