
Clifton “Booney” McFowler, left, spoke to a group at lunch about his years as a gang leader, his time in prison and how he turned his life around. He is the founder and executive director of the M & D Youth Center. With him is Pastor Ira Acree, of Greater St. John Bible Church. (David Pierini/staff photographer)

Tariq Hunter, 14, take aim at the basket during a three-point shooting competition at Community Peace Camp at Ella Flag Young. More than 70 people, ages 14 to 30 gathered at the school for day of basketball, food and fellowship. The event was sponsored by Great St. John Bible Church at the M & D Youth Center. (David Pierini/staff photographer)
Ellas Flagg Young School, 1434 N. Parkside, hosted a ‘Community Peace Camp’ last Saturday, Nov. 23. Adult men and teen boys participated in the basketball camp sponsored by Greater St. John Bible Church.