Free haircuts, backpacks and school supplies handed out at back-to-school event

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) -More than 100 barbers and stylists gathered to give free haircuts to children ahead of the new school year at an event hosted by Visionary Youth and the Malone Center at the College of Hair Design.

Lines wrapped around the block as families waited for a spot in a chair. In addition to haircuts, organizers distributed backpacks, school supplies, books and food.

KB Mensah, founder of Visionary Youth, said the event was about more than appearances…

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