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Norman's Neighborhood: Teen aspiring to be a public servant like Officer Norman
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – This week's Norman's Neighborhood, we meet Ashton, a teenager who has grown up in North Little Rock and watched Officer Norman give and give. Each time he saw Officer Norman at either the bus stop or on social media, he was inspired to do the same. Norman's Neighborhood: Uncle Kenny Wayne is jamming to achieve victory over violence Ashton is a 13-year-old who just wrapped up 7th grade. He was also the vice president of his class. 'Ashton has always been a good kid as long as I've known,' Officer Norman said. Officer Norman has known Ashton since he was born. He was even there at the bus stop when Ashton's older sister was his age. Ashton says being inspired by Officer Norman has led him to adopt a giving mentality. Speaking to Norman, Ashton says, 'How you go from neighborhood to neighborhood putting smiles on people's faces, I want to do the same thing.' 'It feels good to me that when you were watching, I was doing the right thing,' Norman replied. To all the difference makers out there, Officer Norman emphasizes that 'it takes being different to make a difference.' 'I mean, different as you have to stand out above everyone else,' he added. Norman's Neighborhood: North Little Rock sisters setting example that you're never too young to impact others But in doing so, make sure you stay true to yourself. 'You are not going to be the next Officer Norman, you are going to be the next Ashton,' Norman said. 'You're 13 now, and your focus is neighborhoods and making people smile,' Officer Norman said. 'Just imagine the future for you!' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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29-05-2025
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Norman's Neighborhood: North Little Rock sisters setting example that you're never too young to impact others
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – This week's Norman's Neighborhood stressed the importance that you are never too young to make an impact. Zaniyah and Jamya, sisters from North Little Rock with dreams of becoming a veterinarian and engineer, often recite the poem 'Hey Black Child.' Norman's Neighborhood: North Little Rock senior being a role model to youth just like Officer Norman The poem is by Useni Eugene Perkins, and they hold it near and dear to their hearts. It's a poem that all children can connect with. 'My teacher told me that if you aren't black, you can say any color,' Zaniyah said. 'I don't think they really realize how powerful the poem is, but it's us as the village to let them know that poem was amazing and that poem even inspired me,' Officer Tommy Norman said. Norman's Neighborhood: Mother of 9 kids thankful to have Officer Norman in the community The voices of these two are strong, promising and give hope, just like the poem. 'I don't think they really realize how special they are,' Norman said. Being shared on Officer Norman's large social media platform, these sisters were able to touch the nation as they recited 'Hey Black Child.' Speaking to Zaniyah and Jamya, Norman says, 'We're sitting on the bench in North Little Rock, Arkansas, but people in Texas and Florida and New York hear your voice.' Norman's Neighborhood: Celebrating Mother's Day with Officer Norman's mom Officer Norman says it's important to express to kids that they have a voice and impact that reaches far beyond what they can see. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
