In December of 2016 Simon Sinek gave a 15-minute speech on the “millennial question” that sent tsunami-sized waves through the Internet, racking up over 5 million views on YouTube. Sinek, a corporate consultant and TED phenomenon, tapped into something big when he explained — in his clear, compelling and humorous way — why social-media obsessed millennial’s are […]
Amidst the growing epidemic of opioid abuse, Cass County dedicated a position based in Pine River to help respond to the epidemic. Cass County hired Richie Bean as Rx prevention coordinator at the Pine River-Backus Family Center. Bean is the first to hold this position, which started Jan. 1 thanks to a five-year Substance Abuse […]
Come join us the fun at Library Park on Thursday, August 16th for the final Positivity in the Park! We will be showing “Sherlock Gnomes” at 8:30 p.m. (or as soon as it’s dark enough). “Sherlock Gnomes” is rated PG. Run time is 86 minutes. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, bug spray and snacks to maximize […]
We need your input! The Suicide State Epidemiological Outcomes Workgroup in Minnesota(S-SEOW) wants to know how suicide-related data can be most helpful to professionals and community members who are working to prevent suicide or related risks, or to build individual/community strengths. The responses to this survey will guide the work of S-SEOW, as well as […]
You’ll want to be at Library Park tomorrow, Thursday, August 9th, 12 p.m .- 1 p.m. for our last daytime Positivity in the Park event! The Mora Fire Department is setting up some fun obstacles and games for everyone to enjoy! It’s going to be a warm day so we’ll have some water and freezies […]
Every community has a group overseeing local prevention efforts It is 4pm on a Wednesday in suburban Helsinki, and around 10 children are gathered at a youth centre, playing video games or chatting. A pool table stands in what feels like a cosy living room, and a dance studio lies farther in the compound. This […]