Two events mark Substance Abuse Prevention Month

Panhandle Mental Health Center will be sponsoring two community-based events to mark National Substance Abuse Prevention Month in October.

The first will be a presentation on drugs and alcohol given by Chuck Elley on Tuesday from 6-7 p.m. at the health center. Information regarding the current drug issues affecting our youth including palcohol – or powdered alcohol – and the impact of marijuana laws in Colorado affecting western Nebraska will be discussed.

The second event will is an open house on Thursday from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the main office (4110 Ave D, Scottsbluff) to raise awareness for...