Watertown program helps keep people out of prison

Watertown program helps keep people out of prison
… over the last year as part of our Prison Time Media Project. This morning, Brian reports that one of the programs receiving new dollars from the state is the Urban Mission in Watertown, which helps people with drug and alcohol problems avoid … Read more on North Country Public Radio

Manitou Springs council approves first reading of retail marijuana ordinance
The city has outlined restrictions that will prohibit pot stores from being 500 feet from schools or alcohol or drug rehab facilities. In addition, they can't be located in buildings with residential units or on city-owned property. The amendment that … Read more on Colorado Springs Gazette

Belding couple sentenced to probation in larcenies
Zieger told Kreeger that she is willing to participate in drug court in Kent County, and that her parents "think rehab might be good idea. I do, too." Kreeger advised Zieger to, if she is struggling, "embrace the opportunity" for treatment; educate … Read more on Sentinel-Standard