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Gun violence awareness event in Augusta to take place Friday
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – In recognition of National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Moms Demand Action and Georgia Shift will host an 'Evening of Remembrance and Call to Action' event in Augusta on Friday.
The event, schedule for June 6, will take place at the Jessye Norman Amphitheater & Plaza 15 8th Street at 6 p.m., according to organizers. Sheriff Eugene Brantley, various Augusta Commissioners, judicial leaders, faith leaders and others are expected to be present.
The event is free and open to the public.
Attendants are encouraged to wear orange, which represents the national color for gun violence awareness. A balloon release will also be held.
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