{"id":3762,"date":"2026-01-29T16:58:31","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/richmondchamber.org\/?post_type=mec-events&p=3762"},"modified":"2026-01-29T16:58:31","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:58:31","slug":"grow-strong-youth-prevention-creativity-contest","status":"publish","type":"mec-events","link":"https:\/\/richmondchamber.org\/index.php\/events\/grow-strong-youth-prevention-creativity-contest\/","title":{"rendered":"Grow Strong – Youth Prevention Creativity Contest"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Calling all Ray County students in grades 5\u201312!<\/div>\n
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The Grow Strong Youth Prevention Creativity Contest is back and this is your chance to share your voice and creativity for a great cause. Students are invited to answer one important question: Why do you choose not to use drugs or alcohol?<\/div>\n
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You can share your message by creating a piece of artwork, writing an essay, or producing a video. One grand prize of $300 will be awarded.<\/div>\n
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Entries may be submitted in person at the Ray County Library or online. All entries must be received by March 15, 2026.<\/div>\n
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This is a great opportunity to express yourself, inspire others, and promote healthy choices. Full contest rules, entry forms, and additional information are available at raycountycoalition.com\/growstrongcontest<\/a><\/span>.<\/div>\n
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Sponsored by Ray County Coalition Helping Youth Thrive.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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