DES MOINES, IOWA (January 23, 2023) — Governor Kim Reynolds has released the following statement in response to the shooting at Starts Right Here:

“I am shocked and saddened to hear about the shooting at Starts Right Here. I’ve seen first-hand how hard Will Keeps and his staff works to help at-risk kids through this alternative-education program. My heart breaks for them, these kids and their families. Kevin and I are praying for their safe recovery.”

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