A leading tribal organization tells the Alaska Dispatch that since the first liquor store opened in Bethel in May, young children are getting hold of alcohol. Bootleggers are stocking up at Bethel’s stores and sneaking it into dry villages. Overwhelmed tribal police are being overrun with calls for help. The group is now asking for action to be taken. …
Ken’s story
From Ivy League to the penitentiary, one man’s story of redemption and hope. I will never forget the moment in 2004 when Judge Hardesty told me that I was sentenced to 6 years in the Nevada State Prison for the crime of drug sales. How had I reached a point in my journey that I was returning to prison for …
Mugs create conversation at Snow City Café
Recover Alaska mugs used at Snow City Café are to raise awareness of alcohol addiction and celebrate recovery. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Charting the Course to Recovery and Reform
The Alaska Mental Health Board is hosting a free, public conference on behavioral health in Anchorage. This two-day event is an opportunity to learn and share ideas about how to lead the mental health and substance abuse system into the future. Read more here.
Non-alcoholic bars becoming new trend in Britain
Alcohol-free bars are popping up in Britain as news comes that youth seeking a trendy night out are happily paying to stay sober. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Voices of recovery in Juneau
A new web series features stories of Juneau community members who have battled with drug and/or alcohol addiction. “The hardest part is saying those first words, when you tell a room full of people that you’re an addict and that you need help.” Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! …
Alaska village banishes 6 over drug and alcohol suspicions
The Southwestern Alaska village of Quinhagak has banished six people from the community, five of which are suspected of being involved with illegal drugs, alcohol or other dangers. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]