Archive for May 2015

Jackson County Teens Are Learning & Responding To The Right Information About Drugs & Alcohol. Jackson area teenagers are learning of the dangers of drugs and alcohol.  Not just what they are reading online or hearing from friends but the real and accurate information through the Breakout Drug Education Program.  Last year 2,352 Jackson students…

Families receive the assistance they need to get back on their feet. Those who have fallen on hard times, for any number of reasons, are able to get a hand up.  Low and moderate income residents have access to food, energy and housing assistance through the Salvation Army’s Basic Needs Program.  Within only a six…

Caring Adults Are Helping At Risk Youth Succeed! Some children do not get the support they need to be successful.  Not all children have that positive role model in their lives that will help them grow.  Without proper guidance some of these children will fall behind and many will grow up lacking confidence.  United Way…