Child Abuse Prevention Association
CAPA’s 40 year commitment to the safety and well-being of children and families in Eastern Jackson County was recently celebrated by 250 guests. Brad Speaks served as the emcee. The Dawn Beye Legacy Award was presented to the members of the Junior Service League of Independence for founding CAPA in 1975.
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| Board President Kirk Beye with Shelly Hall |
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| Guests enjoyed delicious cake at the celebration. |
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| Emcee Brad Speaks addressed the guests. |
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| Martha and Richard Cockerell |
Also featured in the August 8th issue of The Independent
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