Win a luxury playhouse for $10 while supporting child abuse prevention

River Bridge works to protect children and support families

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month — a time to shed light on a difficult but vital topic. While the issue is serious, those working to prevent abuse and support affected families in the Roaring Fork Valley bring compassion, expertise and resilience to their roles. Mary Cloud, development director, and Amy Gomez, mental health provider and prevention coordinator at River Bridge Regional Center, are two of those people. “River Bridge is a non-p…

Win a luxury playhouse for $10 while supporting child abuse prevention

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. Have you ever wanted a luxury playhouse in your backyard? For just $10, you have the chance to win one while also raising awareness and money for child abuse prevention efforts.Henrico CASA is hosting its fifth annual Home for Good fundraising campaign from Friday, April 25, to Sunday, May 11.Seven one-of-a-kind luxury playhouses have been designed and built by Richmond-area professionals to reflect the theme: enchanted child…

CASA holds annual butterfly release

CASA of Bee, Live Oak, McMullen and San Patricio Counties hosted a butterfly release on Tuesday, April 22, in an effort to bring awareness to child abuse and neglect.

Rome Couple Jailed After Kicking, Choking 10 Year-Old Child

Michael Van Vausey, 39, and Felicia Paige Causey, 34 of Rome, were arrested this week after reports said Michael beat a 10 year-old child. Reports said that he kicked the child in the rear end, placed him a choke hold and aggressively chased him around the yard while cursing and threatening him. Police added that Felicia is accused of helping corner the child to prevent him from running… Source