Clay Anti-Drug Coalition Hosts Health And Safety Day This Saturday
Clay County Anti-Drug Coalition will host their annual Health and Safety Day this Saturday. Coordinator Daniel Roberts said the event is a day filled with both education and fun. He said there will be informational booths, free food, games, prizes, and safety simulators for attendees. “Simulators on seatbelts and the impact of seatbelts to wear […]
Overton County Drug Take Back Event A Success
The Overton County Drug Take Back Event on Saturday was a huge success. Overton County was one of many counties across the U.S. who participated in National Drug Takeback Day. Anti-Drug Coalition President Daryl Colson said this was one of the bigger takebacks they’ve had. “It looked like we collected around 150 to 180 pill […]
Overton Co. Anti-Drug Coalition Drug Take Back Event
The Overton County Anti-Drug Coalition is hosting an event this Saturday that provides a safe way to dispose of old medications. The goal of this event is to prevent overdoses or other accidents by properly disposing of unused prescriptions and medicines. Anti-Drug Coalition President Daryl Colson said the event could prevent unnecessary fatalities or accidents. […]
Cumberland County Rising Exploring Digital Outreach Options
The Cumberland County Rising Anti-Drug Coalition is looking to expand its virtual programming for local students. Programming Director Holly Kisly said the Cumberland County School system will allow virtual drug education during the Spring. Kisly said now the work begins to see how to effectively use a $1,500 grant to reach kids. “This money that […]
Red Ribbon Week Declared in Cumberland County
Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster has declared October 23 through October 31 as Red Ribbon Week. Since 1985 Red Ribbon Week has been a time to promote drug use prevention and honor a DEA agent who was killed by the Cartel. Cumberland County Rising Director of Prevention Education Julie Long said drug use is a […]
