Latavia Closet Hosts Back to School Bash

The morning sun rose over Cusseta last Saturday, casting a warm, golden glow across the Roscoe Robinson Recreation Center. Last Saturday marked a milestone for the community: the sixth annual Back to School Bash hosted by Latavia's Closet, and it brought out the largest turnout in the event's history, drawing 314 participants - children and adults alike - ready to kick off the new school year together.
Named in loving memory of Latavia Moore, who passed away in 2017 at the age of 17 after a courageous battle with metachromatic leukodystrophy, the nonprofit keeps her vibrant spirit alive. Latavia was "all girl," known for her love of fashion, dancing, art, and an infectious smile that touched everyone she met. On Saturday, that exact spirit of love and community filled the re...