Indiana child safety campaign to launch in Elkhart on Oct. 16

In recognition of Bullying Prevention Month and in memory of children lost to abuse, bullying, and violence, community leaders are launching the Indiana Child Safety Campaign – a first-of-its-kind statewide effort to make child safety Indiana’s top legislative and community priority. The campaign kickoff is set for Thursday, Oct. 16, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lexington Event Center, 112 East Lexington Ave. in Elkhart. The event is free and open to the public. Indiana State Legislators Dale DeVon and Linda Rogers will join Rio Allred’s family, community advocates, educators, and parents to raise awareness and inspire action to protect Hoosier children. The evening will also feature a special address from Niki Ball, mother of Rio Allred, marking her first public appearance since her