‘A hand up': Tennessee celebrates Day of Hope
The Metro Drug Coalition hosted four events this Day of Hope, supporting homeless people, justice-involved individuals, youth and families, and those in need of mental health and faith initiatives. 6 News went to the event in Sam Duff Park to see how they were helping the unhoused community.
Dollywood employee airlifted from park
Josh Webb with Metro Drug Coalition explained that giving back was a passion of his, especially to the unhoused.
'This is a hand up and a give-back, something we can do that's so easy to get someone back on their feet,' Webb said.
Another person with Metro Drug Coalition said, 'If you want to come out and volunteer, don't be shy, don't be scared. Every little thing helps. Even if you just come out to talk to somebody, make them feel like they're important, make them feel like their life is worth something, sometimes that's all it takes to make somebody want to seek that help to do better.'
One dead after possible shooting, Knox County Sheriff's Office said
Learn how to volunteer with Metro Drug Coalition on their website.
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