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March against gun violence in West Palm: ‘This can’t continue’

“Hope dealer.” That was the message stamped across dozens of T-shirts during Saturday’s Peace Walk and Barbecue in West Palm Beach. It’s also what Ricky Aiken wants the young men in his neighborhood to aspire to. Now that school’s out for the summer, teens are at a greater risk for falling victim to, and participating in …

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New Northwood mural introduces changing perceptions for artists and community

A project between the Community Redevelopment Agency of West Palm Beach, a local artist, and Inner City Innovators aims to reduce violence among at-risk youth and beautify the Northwood community. A new mural is being designed on the exterior wall of Lot 23 Studio where Broadway Avenue dead-ends into Northwood Road, and it’s changing perceptions …

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Inner City Innovators founder’s fight to end gun violence gets personal

Ricky Aiken has dedicated his life to ending gun violence in inner-city West Palm Beach and he now knows exactly what it’s like to get a phone call saying a family member has been shot. “I don’t want anyone to have to feel what it’s like to lose or possibly lose someone to gun violence,” …

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