DeKalb Coalition Secures Grant To Combat Youth Vaping
The DeKalb Prevention Coalition launching a new initiative to reduce vaping rates among local youth thanks to a multi-year grant from the Tennessee Department of Health. Coalition Director Jennifer Matthews said the organization was one of only ten counties selected to receive the Nicotine-Free Future grant following a competitive application process. Matthews said the funding […]
DeKalb Baby Shower Provides Vital Family Safety Resources
The DeKalb Prevention Coalition and the DeKalb County Health Department have partnered to host a community baby shower focused resources for expectant parents. DeKalb Prevention Coalition Director Jennifer Matthews said Saturday’s event aims to connect families with local health providers and prevention tools. “We want expectant parents to know, you know, just because we’re a […]
DeKalb Approves Funding Requests For Anti-Drug Programs
DeKalb County Commissioners approved the additional funding of four anti-drug programs during their Monday meeting. The funds will be split between the local sheriff’s DARE program, the Youth and Family Resource Network, the DeKalb Prevention Coalition, and the Recovery Court Program. County Mayor Matt Adcock said the funding requests totaled just over $145,000. “The state […]
DeKalb Community Rallying To Remember Those Lost To Addiction
DeKalb County residents who have lost someone they love to a drug overdose will be gathering together Thursday. DeKalb Prevention Coalition Director Jennifer Matthews said candles have been replaced with purple glow sticks for the vigil event. Matthews said purple is the color signifying overdose awareness, uniting the community behind one cause. “It’s to remember […]
