March 14, 2025 - In the quiet town of Lufkin, Texas, 17-year-old Jacob never thought he would see his life spiral out of control. A talented athlete with college scholarships in sight, he had a bright future ahead—until prescription painkillers took it all away. It started innocently enough, a prescription after a minor injury. But as the pills ran out, the cravings remained. Within a year, he was forging prescriptions, borrowing money, and eventually turning to fentanyl-laced pills bought on the street.

June 28, 2024 - The Alcohol & Drug Awareness Council (ADAC), in partnership with The Coalition, Inc., are hosting free online tobacco cessation classes for adults that want to quit tobacco. There are many benefits for people who quit tobacco, including reduced risk of tobacco-related diseases and early death. With support and encouragement, you can double your chances of successfully quitting.

July 12, 2023 - Mr. Kim Bartel, M.B.A., C.P.S., Data Coordinator for the Region 5 Prevention Resource Center for the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, received the PRC Prevention Specialist of the Year award at the Annual Prevention Providers' Meeting in Austin recently.

March 21, 2023 - This week is the National Alcohol and Drug Facts Week to raise awareness concerning alcohol and drug use. It began in 2010 as a means of separating fact from fiction. Throughout this week students, educators, healthcare providers, and community partners come together to be educated on substance use and addiction among youth.

November 17, 2022 - Quitting smoking doesn’t happen in one day, but it does start with day one. It takes time and a plan to to quit smoking. The Great American Smokeout is Thursday, November 17th and could be your day to start your journey toward a healthier and smoke-free life.