The event welcomed families and youth from across the city and focused on violence prevention.
"I have lost friends to gun violence as well as having friends disabled because of the senseless shootings that take place every day," said Johnson. "The only way we're going to have a city of peace with no guns is through events like this when we bring the community together, provide them information and resources."
People in the community are getting creative in ways to address the ongoing crime. One local rap artist believes music may be the answer.
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