Louisville group announces winning ideas aimed at curbing gun violence in Jefferson County
More than 200 people submitted ideas for the essay contest, which closed Oct. 4.
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More than 200 people submitted ideas for the essay contest, which closed Oct. 4.
The contest, which closed Oct. 4, had five rules for submission.
The winner will be announced Jan. 4.
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