by Amanda Edwards | Sep 28, 2016 | Alcohol, Blog
According to the National Institute of Health, alcohol is the most widely misused substance among America’s youth. Underage drinking is a problem especially because alcohol affects teenagers and adults differently. Research shows that our brains are still developing...
by Amanda Edwards | Sep 13, 2016 | News
Columbia, SC – The Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), announced $85.9 million in grants for 698 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Programs across the country. The grants will provide funding to local community coalitions for preventing youth substance...
by Amanda Edwards | Mar 24, 2016 | Alcohol, News
Columbia, SC – Talk of prom dresses, boutonnieres and graduation gowns is not uncommon during this exciting time of year. Teens are preparing for prom and graduation season and all too often celebration involves alcohol consumption. The Rise Above It Lexington Two...
by Amanda Edwards | Jul 30, 2015 | News
The Lexington One Community Coalition, in partnership with LRADAC and Lexington School District One, hosted a summer youth leadership development program at River Bluff High School from July 20 through July 30. The program consisted of a series of workshops that...
by Amanda Edwards | Jul 27, 2015 | Awards, News
The Society for Community Research and Action, a division of the American Psychological Association, recently honored Dr. Pam Imm for her outstanding contribution to the field of community psychology. Dr. Imm works as an evaluator for community coalitions that help...
