For the Children -- A Vigil for Abused Kids Brings Attention to Child Abuse Prevention Month

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On Tuesday, advocates for the protection of children gathered on the lawn at Shelby County Juvenile Court to remember 14 children who died in the county in 2008 from abuse and/or neglect.

The ninth annual Light of Hope Candlelight Vigil drew about 75 people. Sponsored by the Memphis Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children, it is one of a string of events during Child Abuse Prevention Month.

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For the Children -- A Vigil for Abused Kids Brings Attention to Child Abuse Prevention Month

Candles were lit for the children who are gone and for those still trapped in abuse , said Keisha Walker, CAS...

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