Red Ribbon Week declared

Tehama County Young Marine Gunnery Sgt. Giancarlo Nandino, right, introduces his fellow Young Marines on Oct. 9 at the City Council meeting, from left, Logan Wilkinson, Christian Sandoval Perez, Sean White, Josh Campbell and American Veteran Al Bordeaux, a Young Marine registered leader, as the group accepts a proclamation from the City of Corning declaring Oct. 20-27 as Red Ribbon Week.

Nandino said the Young Marines are dedicated to encouraging a drug-free lifestyle for the community and are very involved in drug prevention efforts.

"Red Ribbon Week theme adopted by Tehama County, "The Best Me Is Drug Free," highlights the hope that lies in the hard work and determination of our communities to create a drug free environment," states the proclamation.