September 7, 2008 updated 08:35 am
Meth Free Project community event raises awareness about drug abuse
BARTOW - Three months after one of the largest methamphetamine busts in Polk County, one organization held an event with the hope to raise awareness about the drug.
The Meth Free Project 2008 Annual Recovery Celebration was held at IMC Agrico Park in Bartow.
Usually, the event is spread
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