12,599 pills destroyed in Jackson County

McKEE – Many Jackson County citizens took advantage of Operation UNITE’s “Pill Dragon” to get rid of their unwanted or outdated medications during a finale program for the Accidental Dealer campaign April 12. Throughout the week pills were collected from residents at...

Former board members honored

By Neal Broadus Lord’s Gym Chairman In 2007 a group of local citizens came together in order to research the feasibility of opening a community activity center in Jackson County. The center would offer various activities and programs for the community and its youth....

Family Fun Night well attended

McKEE – On Friday, Feb. 25, The Lord’s Gym had their first “Family Fun Night”, which was sponsored by CAP/Camp A.J., the Title 1 Parent Involvement Program and the Lord’s Gym of Jackson County Anti-drug Coalition. Seventy people of all different ages came out...

Archery team on target

McKEE – The Lord’s Gym of Jackson County Anti-drug Coalition was recently able to help support the J.C.H.S. Archery Team by awarding them $1,500 funding from Operation UNITE. The funds were given to the school so that the team’s coach, Matt Vickers, would be...

Lord’s Gym supports backpack club

The Lord’s Gym of Jackson County Anti-drug Coalition was recently able to help the J.C. Backpack Club receive some much needed support in form of a $500 check. The check was given to Melinda Cunagin, club organizer, at a brief ceremony, by Neal Broadus, Lord’s Gym...