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Local Youth Celebrate Mother's Day with Essay Contest Winners Announced

KTSM••Jocelyn Flores
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The El Paso Public Libraries, in collaboration with the Great Khalid Foundation, has revealed the winners of their Mother's Day Essay Contest. This initiative encouraged young people in the Borderland area to express their feelings and reflections about their mothers and mother figures, including aunts, grandmothers, and older sisters. The contest aimed to foster creativity and appreciation for maternal figures within the community. The announcement highlights the importance of recognizing the contributions of these figures in the lives of youth.

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