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. […]
Fentanyl Dangers Rising For Communities, Law Enforcement
Opioids, not just a danger to users, increasingly they are becoming a safety issue for law enforcement. Putnam County Sheriff Eddie Farris said last week, a West Tennessee Deputy lost consciousness after inhaling a synthetic pain killer. “You can be just on a simple traffic stop,” Farris said. “If there’s drugs present and the winds […]
Tennessee Looks To Add More Recovery Congregations In UC
Tennessee’s Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services are looking to connect with faith-based communities in the Upper Cumberland. Coordinator Colby Lane said this outreach is about getting churches and other faith groups certified as recovery congregations. Lane said being listed as a Tennessee recovery congregation puts groups of faith into a statewide recovery […]
White County Looking For Overdose Prevention Training Hosts
The White County Anti-Drug Coalition is looking for community partners to help host overdose prevention training. Regional Overdose Prevention Specialist Suzanne Angel said many traditional partners for this training have been concerned about hosting during the pandemic. However, Angel said there are many ways they can set up training to keep people safe. “They are […]
