During the month of April, Joe Marino shared his story at local high schools about how alcohol and drugs gripped his life and began to destroy every aspect of his life. Today Joe is a changed person. Joe shares his message with area students, encouraging them to make better choices and avoid much of the hardship that Joe endured. You can connect with Joe through his Facebook page here:

 

SHOCK BLOCK is a presentation made to South Central Nebraska high school students warning of the dangers of alcohol use. Conceived by students from the Youth Leadership Academy and the Mayor's Youth Council, SHOCK BLOCK is designed to point students to resources for overcoming the dangerous use of alcohol and drugs. For more information, contact Area Substance and Alcohol Abuse Prevention (ASAAP) at 402 463-0524.