5,000: The number of yearly deaths of men and women 20 and younger from underage alcohol use, according to the U.S. Surgeon General. Alcohol is the No. 1 drug problem among youth.
KIDS AND CANDIDATES
Nickelodeon is launching its “Kids Pick the President” campaign, a year long initiative aimed at building awareness among younger citizens on the election process and issues. This time, kids will be invited to participate in their own primary, as well as casting their votes. The first of three specials – “Nick News With Linda Ellerbee: The Kids' Primary” – premieres at 9 p.m. Sunday. Visit nick.com/kpp to learn more.
PEANUT GALLERY
Young people are invited to submit original artwork (done in color) that we will publish in our Peanut Gallery feature. Send your submissions to: Family Section, The San Diego Union-Tribune, P.O. Box 120191, San Diego, CA 92112. Include your name, address, age and a phone number in case we need to reach you.
– COMPILED BY JANE CLIFFORD
