“Hungry, neglected children from drunken hung over parents,” is the testimony from the Yup’ik Women’s Coalition and Emmonak Women’s Shelter urging the community to vote “no” on a proposed change from a dry village to a city-run liquor store. “School starting will have absent children and/or late from staying up all night with drunken parents.” Currently, the sale, importation and …
Victoria Moore: non-alcoholic drinks get sophisticated
A new buzz phrase: “zero proof.” It’s a positive way of saying non-alcoholic drinks are getting serious. People are tapping into this new trend of making zero proof drinks for those who are looking for a “grown-up” soft drink. We couldn’t be more pleased by this story in The Telegraph. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT …
Alaskans battling opioid epidemic get audience with U.S. Surgeon general
The Alaska Dispatch reports on the Wellness Summit that took place in Palmer where federal officials were brought up to speed on the challenges Alaska faces in regards to opioid addiction and abuse. Recover Alaska was pleased to participate in this important discussion about substance abuse and the need for recovery in our state. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE …
My Turn: Help put Alaska on a path to recovery
Sen. Dan Sullivan’s editorial in the Alaska Dispatch addresses the need for a clear path to recovery for many Alaskans. While he specifically addresses the heroin and opioid crisis that Alaska is experiencing, his message on recovery and addiction is powerful. Read the full story in the Alaska Dispatch here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT …
Assembly bans vaping in Town Square, approves alcohol treatment incentive
KTUU reports on the Anchorage Assembly’s unanimous approval of an alcohol treatment incentive for minors facing alcohol consumption charges. The assembly replaced a $500 first offense fine for a minor consuming with the option of a reduced fee of $50 if the minor attends an alcohol treatment program. Read the full story on KTUU here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR …
Trying to cut your drinking? There’s an app for that
A story on how technology— specifically alcohol control apps— can provide real-time intervention on the go. Since the interaction through the app is mediated, anonymous and indirect, it may help people who are otherwise reluctant to visit a treatment center. Read the full story in The Conversation here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR …
New Note Orchestra: ‘Every single musician has maintained their recovery’
The Guardian reports on New Note Orchestra, a music group and support group in England for people who are recovering from drug and alcohol abuse. Its founder says the orchestra, which is the first of its kind in the world, is therapeutic for its members. Read the full story in The Guardian here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS …
New law reduces penalties for minors caught consuming alcohol
KTUU covers the new rule signed into law by Gov. Bill Walker that reduces the punishment for minors caught consuming alcohol. Minors will no longer be charged with a misdemeanor for underage consumption which means to violation will not go on their permanent record. Read the full story on KTUU here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE …
How parents can help their underage kids resist alcohol
NPR reports on two recent studies that provide guidance for parents and the important roles they can play in preventing excessive alcohol use. Read the full story on NPR here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]