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Community Anti-Drug Rally and march held in Georgetown

Gerald Paulley, left, and Charles Thomas carry the Everlasting Hope Ministries banner to lead the march into Georgetown. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Dan Cook
August 31, 2024

Everlasting Hope Ministries held its 31st annual Community Anti-Drug Rally, March and Fun Day at the Richard Allen School in Georgetown Aug. 17. Attendees enjoyed a variety of games, food, bounce houses, train rides and door prizes.

The purpose of the rally and march was to send positive messages to the community, especially the youth, to say no to drugs and yes to life.

Exhibit tables were available for those interested in obtaining literature and other items. 

The march began on the grounds of the Richard Allen School. Participants carried signs and spread their anti-drug message through the streets of Georgetown.

After the march, attendees were treated to lunch and entertainment. Everything was provided free of charge.

“I just want to thank everyone who participated,” said the Rev. Tony Neal of Everlasting Hope Ministries. “I am believing that we made a powerful statement because we believe in change. I believe this is our new beginning to turn things around for our community.”

For more information about the event, call Neal at 302-381-3711.

 

Beebe Healthcare nurses Sarah Fogerty, left, and Emily Hains provide information.
Addisyn Neal, right, and her brother Antonio Jr. chase a balloon before the march.
On hand to register attendees and give information about drug abuse are (l-r) Savannah Prettyman, Margaret Neal, Lachesia Crippen and Katina Rogers.
Georgetown Mayor Bill West, center, is flanked by his wife Faye, left, and Vice Mayor Christina Diaz.
Libby Giggs prepares to march with her flag.
The Rev. Tony Neal of Everlasting Hope Ministries says a prayer before the march.
A group of riders follows up the marchers.
A drug information table offers a quick view of what drugs do to the body.
Delaware District 37 Rep. Valerie Giltner visits with Barbara Malone of the Sussex County NAACP.
Showing off their prizes of squeezable stress chicken legs are (l-r) Zyzy Brittingham, 8; Amari Parker, 9; Haayden Xavier, 7; and Jr Parker, 5. Perdue Farms representatives Mark Shipley and Keren Alverez-Gasper look on in back.
Kenya Neal leads the chant of say no to drugs, say yes to Jesus.
Georgetown Police Chief Ralph W. Holm Jr. speaks with the crowd about the great work the police and and citizens are doing together.
Displaying the march flags are (l-r) Lucinda Spence, Jacqui Bivins and Natasha Abney.
Georgetown Mayor Bill West speaks to attendees gathered after the walk. He stressed the importance of cooperation between the town and citizens.
Delaware Health and Social Services representatives Rebecca Webb and Harry Burden display the self-care kit and opioid rescue kit given away at their information table.
Starting off on the march are (l-r) Robert Cephas, Charles Long and Norman Long.

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Dan has worked for the Cape Gazette for more than 30 years as a photographer and reporter, covering high school sports and happenings around eastern Sussex County. He won a photography award from the National Newspaper Association, and numerous awards from the Maryland, Delaware, D.C. Press Association. A Delaware native, Dan graduated from Cape in 1972 and returned as a teacher and coach in the 1980s. He retired from the classroom in 2016. He was inducted into Cape High’s Legends Stadium in 2016. In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, grandchildren and dogs. 

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