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Exciting things are happening in Franklin County!


Edibles or Regular Gummies? The Line is Becoming Dangerously Blurred
These THC-infused candies and snacks are being packaged to look nearly identical to regular treats, making them hard to distinguish even for adults—let alone children. We face enough challenges in today’s world. Protecting our children from accidental THC exposure shouldn't be one of them. The more we educate ourselves on these dangers, the more we can put protective factors in place.

Alanna Morrow
Aug 132 min read


The Dangers of Cannabis Use Among Teens
Cannabis remains the most commonly used federally illegal drug in the United States. In 2021 alone, nearly 20% of Americans reported...

Alanna Morrow
Jul 172 min read


April 2025 Coalition Meeting Updates
Thank you all for joining us at our coalition meeting. As a reminder, here are the exciting April updates on all the great things...

Melanie DuBose
May 123 min read


March 2025 Meeting Updates
Thank you all for joining us at our coalition meeting yesterday. As a reminder, here are the exciting updates on all the great things...

Melanie DuBose
Mar 182 min read


The Gerry Campaign Children's Coloring Book
A campaign to addresses rising concerns of substance misuse in an effort to foster a culture of health and responsibility from a young age.

Jadon Vanzant
Jan 222 min read


Toilet Talks Campaign
Toilet Talks is an innovative approach to reach local communities with crucial health messaging.

Jadon Vanzant
Nov 25, 20241 min read


Learning the Value of Leadership and Teamwork
Being part of the Franklin County youth coalition, Teens Making A New Tomorrow has been a significant accomplishment for me. It has not...

Gracie Wilder
Sep 20, 20242 min read


September 2024 Meeting Updates
We want to thank SRO Officer Mike Roberts and Sgt. Sam Davidson, who are with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, for presenting the...

Melanie DuBose
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Franklin County Teens Advocate Change at Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.
Franklin County's youth coalition, Teens Making a New Tomorrow, is active in making positive changes, all the way to our nation's capitol.

Melanie DuBose
Sep 11, 20242 min read
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