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MOMSCONTINUED FROM PAGE 3Asocial media post with information that could be related to her son’s death, Vetaw has sought answers on her own, she said.In addition to her fa-ther-in-law, Shanta Trice has lost two other loved ones to violent crime.“I have been able to contribute (to MOMS) because I show I am a survivor of murder, and you can turn the bitterness into positivity and make a change in your own community,” she said.She said she thinks that mothers and women are in a position to “turn the negativity around.”“Justice needs to be served, and I think mothers can be the key to it happening in our community,” Trice said.In the future, Vetaw said, she hopes MOMS gets involved with youth outreach and mentoring programs that work to prevent violence. The group may also organize rallies to bring awareness to issues like local violence and unsolved homicides.“We’re a peaceful group seeking justice,” she said.wMThe\ / f ShopPerfect GiftsHuge selection of Sterling Sliver Turquoise JewelryBrighton - Handbags, shoes, accessories and more!Antique Native American JewelryRayban SunglassesCustom Jayhawk Jewelry928 Mass * Lawrence 843-0611www.theetcshop.com
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Lawrence Journal World
Lawrence, Kansas, US
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