Youth need less exposure to violent language and images and more positive role models to reduce violence in our local community, that’s what the majority of respondents to the Free Press online poll said, and that’s important because it places…
Tag: Youth Violence
Local youth meet privately with Obama’s sister about solutions to growing violence
In 110 minute private session President encourages youth to join battle against violence! For peace to begin, each youth must be prepared to challenge themselves to take action in a personal way, was the encouragement given by…
Six years ago a 15-year old was murdered; his killer got 40 years
Six years ago LaDarrius Long was killed at age 15, two pleaded guilty; one got 40 years the other is free. In July of 2011, LaDarrius Long was a well-known 15-year-old student at Lee Jr. High School, he had dreams…
Over 200 youth show up for football Camp
NFL players from Monroe return with friends to mentor youth Over 200 youth showed up Saturday morning for the Justin “Jellybean” Ellis Football Camp at Neville High School. Ellis brought along 13 of his NFL friends to work with young…
Funeral set for 15 year old victim
Funeral services for a 15 year old youth, whose cause of death is still under investigation, is scheduled for next week, The funeral service for Davontae D Johnson (15) of Monroe, will be held Wednesday July 12 at the Greater…