Retiring teacher, coach urges Colony grads to ‘find their 68’
By Jeremiah Bartz Frontiersman.com A football coach using a hockey reference as the centerpiece for his keynote address may
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Data Release: 2024 drug overdose mortality update
By Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com The Alaska Health Analytics and Vital Records Section (HAVRS) and Office of Substance Misuse and
Governor proclaims Red Ribbon Week, encourages education about drug use prevention in schools
Frontiersman.com Alaska has been inundated with the scourge of drug overdoses, with the state ranking among the highest in
AARS named to Newsweek’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers 2025
By Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com In recent years, Alaska has faced significant challenges with Substance Use Disorder and drug-related
VA announces $42M in grants to fight Veteran homelessness
By Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com Homelessness is one of America’s most visible yet least understood challenges, impacting people from
Expert predicts 4.7% average annual increase in Alaska Medicaid costs over the next 20 years
By Yereth Rosen Alaska Beacon Alaska did a good job of keeping its Medicaid costs in check in past years,
Nonprofit working to prevent harms from alcohol, celebrate sobriety
By Mark Kelsey For the Mat-Su Health Foundation The negative effects of alcohol abuse are well known. According to
AARS makes preparations for upcoming Founder’s Day
By Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com Alaska Addiction Rehabilitation Services (AARS) began serving adults struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) in
“We can’t wait.” MyHouse set to offer first-of-its kind transitional treatment program for youth
By Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com The Mat-Su Borough has one of the most robust recovery communities in Alaska, with
“This is the reality of the word connection.” Stories of hope during the 2024 Mat-Su Walk for Recovery
By Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com They came by bicycle, by skateboard, and foot. Some carrying signs of hope, signs of
Residential treatment facility helping youth overcome substance use challenges
By Mark Kelsey For the Mat-Su Health Foundation The negative impact of the pandemic on the mental health of
TNR Mobile Crisis Unit work in collaboration with law enforcement to address substance use, mental health crisis
By Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com Over the weekend, Alaska State Troopers responded to an address in Wasilla for a death
'This is about saving lives' Sen. Sullivan holds fentanyl roundtable at MyHouse
Katie Stavick Frontiersman.com On Saturday, various members of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough community, including people in recovery, staff and