The City of Parsons will mark today as National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

 

The official proclamation came at this week's Parsons City Commission meeting. Mayor Kevin Cruse cites some of the national statistics on gun violence.

 

Gun violence is also prevalent in Kansas. Cruse says it's a problem that is costly to everyone.

 

Everyone is encouraged to observe National Gun Violence Awareness Day by wearing orange in honor of those whose lives have been forever changed by gun violence.