FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) – Community leaders gathered Tuesday night to raise awareness about domestic violence and the impact it has across Stephenson County.
The League of Women Voters of Freeport hosted its annual meeting at the library featuring a presentation from VOICES of Stephenson County Executive Director Julie Hilliger. The discussion focused on domestic violence awareness, community support, and the growing need for donations and volunteers.
Local leaders said the organization wanted to bring attention to the hidden cross domestic violence carries for families and communities…