Arciniega Street Productions is proud to present Anchorage’s monthly Alt R&B and Neo Soul+ concert series: LIGHTS DOWN LOW, made possible by a generous grant from Recover Alaska. This listening room style series features different local artists and live bands every month with a uniquely curated R&B and Neo-Soul setlist in an intimate coffeehouse setting, which is a sober space. This month, …
State senator puts out comprehensive plan to curb alcohol misuse in Alaska
Alcohol is the deadliest substance in Alaska, according to the state department of health and social services, but state law regulating its consumption hasn’t changed much since 1980. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Young Swedes swapping alcohol for social media and the gym: study
Young Swedes are becoming stricter in their attitudes towards alcohol, with social media use and a love of fitness contributing to a less permissive attitude. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Bethel search crew sees spike in alcohol-related calls
The increase in calls comes during the southwest Alaska town’s first winter of legalized alcohol sales in more than 40 years. Read more here. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Iceland knows how to stop teen substance abuse but the rest of the world isn’t listening
In Iceland, teenage smoking, drinking and drug use have been radically cut in the past 20 years. Read more here SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE NEWS LIKE THIS, STRAIGHT IN YOUR INBOX! [subscribe2 id=”17401″ size=”20″]
Recover Alaska: Healing Alaska’s Alcohol Problems
This article provides an overview of the strategies being implemented by the Recover Alaska initiative in its mission to reduce excessive alcohol use and related harm in Alaska by influencing social norms and perceptions about alcohol use and abuse. Includes a list of online resources. Read more here. Rivera, Marny; & Hall, Tiffany. (2016). “Recover Alaska: Healing Alaska’s Alcohol …
National Drugs and Alcohol Chat Day
Recover Alaska is reaching out to high schools across the state to participate in a live online chat about alcohol and drug facts. A number of schools have committed to streaming the chat in public areas.  Jan. 23 – 29 is National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week. Let’s use this week to help Alaskans understand the harm of excessive …
Best of Alaska Showcase – Alaska Dispatch News
Mark your calendar for Saturday, January 14, 2017, when the best of the best, as determined by Alaska Dispatch News readers, will come together for the Best of Alaska Showcase. The family-friendly event begins at 1 p.m. at Anchorage’s Egan Civic and Convention Center, with a 21+ VIP hour starting at noon.  Sample food from Alaska’s best restaurants, get …
Hours for alcohol sales expanded in Fairbanks borough
New expanded hours for alcohol sales overwhelmingly approved by the Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly. It is discouraging to see these changes made, as we know longer hours of availability lead to greater alcohol misuse. Read more and post your comments here. [subscribe2]