News & Activities

"Canned Energy - An Innocent Buzz?"
Tuesday, April 8, 2008; 6:30 PM; Emporia High School Library.
A Town Hall meeting to hear what local experts say we should be telling our youth about the use of energy drinks. Some contain alcohol which makes them illegal for those under the age of 21 and mixing the two can be risky at any age. Panel members: Donna Drake, Counselor/Coordinator, ESU Counseling Center; Gary Eichorn, Lyon County Sheriff; Joe Garman, Alcoholic Beverage Control for the State of Kansas; Rochelle Schmidt, Intervention Specialist, Mental Health Center of East Central Kansas and USD 253; Gary Smith, Emporia Police Chief; Shelly Wright, Recovery Road. Bring a canned food item to be donated to the Salvation Army. Funding provided through a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Keep It A Safe Summer (K.I.S.S.)
will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at the Lyon County Fairgrounds from 5:30 - 8:00 P.M.
Over 50 agencies are expected to provide information on organized activities for youth, as well as general safety information. Fun family activities will be provided, as well as entertainment, free food and door prizes.

EDA has been working with the County Attorney again on letters to area parents and motel owners about Social Hosting and encouraging safe and legal celebrations for prom and graduation. It takes the commitment of an entire community to send a strong message to our youth that we care enough NOT to allow them to use alcohol and other drugs.