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June 26, 2021
New legislation is being introduced that could increase the availability of lifesaving, anti-overdose drugs across Michigan.
The packet of bills seeks to fight the opioid epidemic in the state, which has seen an increase in overdose deaths in the last year.
The bills look to expand Michigan’s naloxone standing order to allow community organizations to access the drug, commonly known under the brand Narcan.
Currently, naloxone is only able to be dispensed from a pharmacist, but Families Against Narcotics says the more people that can access the lifesaving drug, the better.
“Whether it be in a school setting or downtown Traverse City or here in the courthouse, we need to have it available in as many locations as possible in case there is an emergency,” said 86th District Judge and President of Families Against Narcotics Grand Traverse Bob Cooney.
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May 27, 2021
Two seniors at Traverse City West Senior High School were recognized on Thursday for their outstanding efforts during a Drug Awareness Program basketball game.
A online ceremony to recognize the seniors was conducted by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Advisory Commission during its annual Traffic Safety Awards Ceremony.
The GTSAC recognizes organizations, programs, and individuals for outstanding involvement in traffic safety.
Madelynn Johnson and Reegan Graham were nominated for the award by Michigan State Police Tpr. David Pritchard.
As members of Traverse City West Senior High’s Students Together Against Negative Decisions program, Johnson and Graham were pivotal in bringing awareness, education and resources to both students and adults regarding illicit drug use, mental health stigma and counseling that is available in their community.