Drug Free Dickson Coalition

04/06/2026

🕛 One more day before the Youth Coalition Naming Contest closes at midnight, April 6, 2026.

🚨 Youth Coalition Naming Contest 🚨

Drug Free Dickson wants YOUR ideas! 💡 Dickson County middle or high school students help us create a name that represents youth leadership, making healthy choices, and creating positive change in our community.

📝 Naming Criteria:
• Promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles
• Reflect youth leadership & positive influence
• Be creative, memorable, and appropriate for all ages
• Maximum of 5 words

📲 Scan the QR code below to submit your entry!

⏰ Deadline: Monday, April 6, 2026.

🌟 Bonus: One lucky winner will receive a $50 local gift card of your choice!

Make your mark and help shape the future of our youth community! 💪

04/05/2026

🌿 Calling All Teens & Parents! 🌿

Learn all about TNSTRONG and have your questions answered:

🗓 When: Thursday, April 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
📍 Where: Drug Free Dickson's Office @ 207 Church Street, Dickson, TN

The 2026 TNSTRONG Youth Summit is coming to Chattanooga, TN, July 19–21, 2026, and it’s going to be an unforgettable experience!

This year marks 10 years of youth-led to***co prevention, with the inspiring theme ✨ “Tobacco Free: It’s in Our Nature” ✨

👥 Who can attend TNSTRONG Youth Summit?
Youth ages 13–19
💡 What to expect:
✔️ Leadership training
✔️ Advocacy skills
✔️ Opportunities to make your voice heard
✔️ Fun, connection, and empowerment with teens across Tennessee

Parents—this is an incredible opportunity for your teen to grow as a leader and be part of something meaningful.
Teens—step up, speak out, and be part of the movement for a healthier, to***co-free future!
👉 Don’t miss out.

04/01/2026

04/01/2026

Today, the THSO and Tennessee Highway Patrol, alongside myTDOT, local law enforcement, and traffic safety partners, are cracking down on distracted driving as part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

Kathy Kilgore Beeler, who works on our teen traffic safety initiatives was on hand at the Nashville Sounds Stadium to represent Drug Free Dickson!

The campaign kicked off with press events in Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga and Nashville (pictured), followed by enforcement operations to identify violators of Tennessee’s Hands-Free Law (T.C.A. § 55-8-199).

Reminder: It is illegal to hold a phone or mobile device while driving. Violators risk points on their driving record and putting lives in danger.

Learn more at tntrafficsafety.org/distracted-driving

03/31/2026

Thank you again to our awesome speakers, vendors and everyone who attended the Women's Mental Health Workshop!

03/31/2026

📣 Our next Youth Coalition meeting is coming up!

🗓 Tuesday, April 7, 2026
⏰ 4:00 - 5:00 PM
📍 207 Church Street, Dickson

We welcome all middle school and high school students, as well as parents and community partners. We hope to see you there!

03/30/2026

Want to get involved? We are looking for sponsors and vendors. For information please email k.thompson@drugfreedickson.com

03/28/2026

Today was an educational and eye-opening experience for Survive the Celebration at Creek Wood High School.

Local first responders gave the senior class a powerful, real-life look at the devastating consequences of underage drinking and impaired driving through a mock crash re-enactment.

Special guest speaker Carol Werning Akers courageously shared her story of loss after a drug-impaired driver killed her son, Jacob Akers, in 2014. A 2010 CWHS graduate, Jacob had dreams of becoming a doctor dedicated to saving lives. His story is a heartbreaking reminder of what’s at stake.

The Tennessee Highway Safety Office brought the Seat Belt Convincer, showing just how jarring even an 8 mph crash can be on the human body.

Drug Free Dickson also provided a hands-on experience with a pedal kart and impairment goggles, allowing students to see how impaired driving affects coordination, reaction time, and decision-making.

These powerful demonstrations and stories remind us all: one choice can change everything. Let’s continue to encourage safe, sober decisions every day, but especially during this celebration season of Prom and Graduation. 💙

We are incredibly thankful for a community that truly cares about our youth and took the time to bring awareness to the preventable choice of driving impaired. Together, we can make a difference and help keep our students safe.

03/27/2026

For more information or to apply contact Karrie Thompson 615-352-2821 k.thompson@drugfreedickson.com Please do not send messages through Facebook.