The Roundup -

A national 2008 survey found that about 40 percent of adults ages 65 and older drink alcohol. Older adults can experience a variety of problems from drinking alcohol, especially those who take certain medications, have health problems, drink...

Episodes of heavy alcohol consumption leading to intoxication are associated with many health and safety problems, including unintentional injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence and alcohol poisoning. Binge drinking, as defined by SAMHSA...

There will be a follow up meeting on April 30th, 2015, from 7pm to 8pm at the Fairview High School Cafeteria. We will be presented with the Project Safe Streets, will continue our discussion on how to work as a community to prevent bullying, and...

We would like to invite you to a Candlelight Vigil on January 23, 2015, at 7pm at the Richland County Courthouse steps, as a memorial to those who have been lost because of alcohol or drugs. This event kicks off National Drug Fact week, January 26th...

We would like to invite you to a Candlelight Vigil on January 23, 2015, at 7pm at the Richland County Courthouse steps, as a memorial to those who have been lost because of alcohol or drugs. This event kicks off National Drug Fact week, January 26th...

As we plan for our Holiday events, many are also planning their want lists of wine and spirits, foods and traditions. While making those plans, make time to talk to your kids about the meaning of the season and what is important to you and your famil...

Please consider donating a decorated wreath or tree for this year’s event! This benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Richland County, BPA of Sidney High School and the Family Resource Center. This year, the Parade of Trees is a little different, so...

Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in the country. Many start and end dates of the celebration vary due to organizations or communities, such as ours in Richland County, but they are mainly held the last full week in...

Children and adolescents who use alcohol and drugs at an early age are more likely to face problems with substance use as adults, according to a new SAMHSA Treatment Episode Data Set (TEDS) Report. Past studies have shown an association between...

The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to...

The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to...

Engaging in frequent conversations with your children is a proven defense in preventing substance abuse among youth. And when it comes to finding the perfect setting for these important talks, there is no need to go any further than the kitchen...

The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to...

The Richland County Family Resource Center is sponsoring the fifth annual Kids First! Carnival this fall. The Family Resource Center focuses on children, families, and education, bringing an exciting activity for families in the Sidney area to...

The thrill is in the air, calendars are out, enrollment is approaching and the school supplies are ready to be purchased! For many, it is a great time of year, but for others it is an anxiety- ridden ride for parents and children. There are many...

The thrill is in the air, calendars are out, enrollment is approaching and the school supplies are ready to be purchased! For many, it is a great time of year, but for others it is an anxiety- ridden ride for parents and children. There are many...

As we ended the school year and heard that big sigh of relief from students, parents and teachers for another year done, we need to remember the summer months are just as important as the school year when it comes to keeping our children busy and con...

On this Fourth of July, make your celebration a teachable moment for the youth in your family and community by making the decision to drink responsibly. Binge drinking is the third leading cause of preventable deaths. Binge drinking is defined as...

As we celebrate Fathers and Father Figures, we would like to thank them for the gift that keeps on giving…being a positive role model for their children and the children in our community. The fact is, children with fathers or father figures that...

88,000 deaths this year in the United States will be attributable to excessive alcohol use. In 2006, there were more than 1.2 million emergency room visits and 2.7 million physician office visits due to excessive drinking. That costs 223.5 billion...

As parents, we always worry about our kids, their future and if we are doing the best for them. Now, it is proven that the earlier we begin the discussion on alcohol use, the better the chances they will wait to try alcohol and the less likely they...