Seven names. Seven victims of domestic violence homicide. Six of those deaths are among the record breaking 18 homicides that occurred in Leon County this year. The victims were killed by a family member, a partner or while attempting to intervene in a domestic violence dispute. Tiffany Nance, Beulah Mae Wright, Devin Landers, Rosario Sanchez, Paula Portillo, Taris…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) — The Refuge House of Tallahassee held its annual candlelight vigil and “speak-out”, raising awareness and honoring domestic violence survivors. The event included skits to show what to do in a situation involving violence and invited survivors to share their stories. “The reason we put on this event every year is to…
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) – The Refuge House hosted a 5k run to kick off Domestic Violence Month Sunday. The run raises awareness and recognizes the survivors of domestic violence. More than $5,000 from the event will go to the local non-profit, connecting and helping people in violent relationships. The Refuge House will continue to host…