is an advocacy group for the prevention of alcohol and other drug use among the youth of Ocala and Marion County by providing parents with leadership, education, and information to achieve a drug free community. Marion County Prevention Association and CCASA also play an important role in Red Ribbon Week, which is the last week in October.

This is a national campaign that heightens awareness concerning the dangers of drugs and promotes an atmosphere of community cooperation in the efforts to eliminate drug abuse. 2002’s campaign was very exciting, and over 350 people attended a kickoff celebration at the Ocala Police Department Headquarters.  Various activities continued throughout the week.

• For more information contact Dan Geer at 671-6840.

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