West Fork students learn about dangers of drug abuse

     West Fork high schoolers got a lesson in drug awareness last week as the seniors and juniors took time out of class to learn about the potential consequences of drinking and drug abuse.

     Hosted by Sheffield Police Officer Sam Cain and Prairie Ridge, the program was designed to inform students about the dangers of drinking and drug use with a series of slides, videos, group activities, and personal stories.

     Curbing underage drinking was the focus of the presentation as Cain offered a sobering glimpse of what can happen when an inebriated person gets behind the wheel. Beyond the personal health risks, Cain described the legal and financial costs of getting caught driving while impaired, which include far more than just a fine. An OWI convention can result in jail time along with surcharges and court costs that exceed the cost of the fine itself.

    Read the full article in the April 28 edition of the papers.

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