Presque Isle County Up North Prevention brought plenty of holiday spirit to the community over the past two weekends as their float proudly participated in two Christmas parades across the county which covered Rogers City and Posen communities.  Adding a playful twist to their message, the Christmas Grinch waved along the parade route with an important reminder for all: “Don’t let the Substance Grinch steal your Christmas spirit—stay substance free!” Children and adults lined

The Students Leading Students (SLS) chapters at Rogers City High School and Posen High School have been selected to participate in the statewide Strive For A Safer Drive (S4SD) campaign. S4SD is a teen driving initiative focused on reducing serious traffic crashes, injuries, and fatalities among Michigan’s most inexperienced drivers. The program is presented by Ford Philanthropy in partnership with the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP). Both schools will recei

In October and November, the Live Well Kalkaska Coalition partnered with the Michigan State Police to engage with families during Parent–Teacher Conferences at Forest Area High School and Middle School, as well as Kalkaska High School and Middle School. The team set up an information table inside the schools, offering parents a variety of valuable resources aimed at keeping kids safe and supporting healthy choices. Materials included Narcan, Deterra drug deactivation bags, an

On a crisp evening last month, the Live Well Kalkaska Coalition welcomed over 30 community members to the  annual Serenity Vigil , a moving event dedicated to remembering those affected by substance use and offering hope and support to those on the journey toward recovery. Families, friends, and neighbors gathered together, sharing a moment of reflection, compassion, and connection that highlighted the strength of our community. The vigil was bathed in the soft glow of candle