Impact Montevallo says CDC grant sectors verified; invited to statewide conference on substance issues Impact Montevallo reported Jan. 26 that it has verified the 12 community-sector representatives required by its CDC grant, will display substance-prevention posters in a vacant storefront and was invited to present at the statewide ASADS conference in March; the organization also summarized pending state bills related to vaping and controlled substances.

Impact Montevallo is stepping up its fight against substance abuse with community outreach and a key presentation at a statewide conference—are you ready to see how they’re making a difference?

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Appropriations committee debates whether to fund prevention programs from opioid settlement or substance‑misuse prevention fund Vermont's House Appropriations Committee discussed three options for four prevention items totaling $640,000: leave them in the opioid abatement special fund, move them into the substance misuse prevention fund in the budget, or keep them in the opioid fund and make no budget changes. Members requested more fiscal detail and evaluation information before deciding.

Vermont's House Appropriations Committee is at a crossroads, debating how to allocate $640,000 for prevention programs amidst concerns over sustainability and effectiveness.

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LSU AgCenter tells Lafayette Parish School Board Health Rocks reaches 6,500 middle-school students Charles Hebert of the LSU AgCenter told the board the Health Rocks curriculum now reaches 6,500 middle-school students across 12 Lafayette Parish schools and highlighted volunteer and school-garden programs that support nutrition and youth leadership.

The LSU AgCenter's Health Rocks program is transforming the lives of 6,500 middle school students in Lafayette Parish, empowering them with essential life skills and substance prevention strategies.

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Board holds first reading of 'clear backpack' policy; members ask for stakeholder feedback and clarify exemptions School staff presented a first reading of a proposed clear-backpack policy intended to reduce contraband in schools; the board asked staff to gather family, student and staff feedback and to clarify resource provisions and exemptions before a final vote.

Southampton County Schools are considering a controversial "clear backpack" policy aimed at curbing contraband, but concerns about its impact on families and enforcement are raising eyebrows.

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Waiakee Community Cares Coalition attends Nashville training to empower student leaders WCCC seeks support for students to attend national leadership training on substance use prevention.

Waunakee's future leaders are heading to Nashville for vital training on substance use prevention—an opportunity to inspire their peers and strengthen community safety!

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Health educators launch substance prevention program in West Michigan middle schools Program empowers students with skills to resist substance use and make healthier choices.

A groundbreaking health education initiative in Kent County is empowering youth to make healthier choices and combat substance abuse before it starts.

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Oregon Alliance aims to enhance youth mental health support through House Bill 3631 Bethany Tramer discusses expanding access to mental health programs in 20 Oregon counties.

Oregon is taking bold steps to enhance youth mental health and substance use prevention, with new funding and initiatives aimed at fostering a supportive environment for all young people.

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Local Officials Launch Grant Program to Combat Underage Drinking and Substance Abuse Officials announce grant for underage drinking initiatives and plan cannabis education projects.

Lake County is taking bold action against underage substance use with new initiatives and grants aimed at protecting youth health and promoting healthier choices.

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The CDC is offering up to $125K in grants for tribal orgs to prevent youth substance use. Apply by May 5, 2025. #TribalYouth #SubstancePrevention #CDCGrants
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School Board debates substance abuse coordinator role amid budget concerns and student needs Board discusses substance abuse coordinator position to address rising drug issues among students.

Maine's Budget Committee is torn over hiring a substance abuse prevention coordinator, facing the urgent challenge of protecting youth from rising drug threats.

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