Planning groups for Second Sunday determined that encouraging physical activity and eradicating drug abuse are paramount health concerns in Owsley County. Two grants were used to put a drug-fee message on water bottles and T-shirts distributed at multiple Second Sunday physical activity stations. Approximately 180 individuals participated from the community. The event boasted 17 partnerships, 40 volunteers, and donations totaling $1025. Volunteer hours of 250 had an estimated value of $2,298. Owsley County Extension was one of three counties that assisted with Second Sunday at Buckhorn Lake State Park, reaching an additional 21 individuals. Lastly, a $500 service learning grant will be used by 4-H teens to develop a brochure highlighting the county’s opportunities for exercise.
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Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Making Beneficial Lifestyle Choices in Owsley County
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