EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 The El Paso Chamber is lighting the Star on the Mountain red to recognize Red Ribbon Week from Oct. 23-31.<\/p>\n
This gesture is in solidarity with the national campaign promoting drug-free lifestyles. <\/p>\n
Red Ribbon Week is the largest and longest-running drug prevention awareness initiative in the U.S., highlighting the dangers of drug use and the importance of making safe choices, the El Paso Chamber said. <\/p>\n
The El Paso Chamber aims to encourage families, schools, and businesses across the Borderplex region to unite in support of a drug-free El Paso. <\/p>\n
The Red Ribbon campaign began in honor of DEA Special Agent Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena, who was killed by drug traffickers in 1985. <\/p>\n
Citizens in his hometown of Calexico, Calif., started wearing red ribbons to commemorate his sacrifice and raise awareness about drug prevention. <\/p>\n
The National Family Partnership established the first official Red Ribbon Week in 1988, inspiring millions annually. <\/p>\n
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