Raising awareness to stop child abuse

In recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the New Madrid County Commissioners recently issued a proclamation. Mark Baker, presiding commissioner, is pictured signing the proclamation. Standing from left are: Commissioner Mike Kellams, SEMO-NASV’s Executive Director Kendra Eads, New Madrid County Prosecutor’s Advocate Patty Moody and Commissioner Bobby Aycock. SEMO-NASV offers advocacy and counseling to children and adults, who have experienced sexual violence or child physical abuse. (Submitted Photo)