Substance Use in the NRV: A Public Health Perspective (POSTPONED)
Venue: Jessie Peterman Library, Floyd
Date: Monday, February 23, 2026
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Event Types: Food, Speaking Engagements
Cost: Free
Description:
UPDATE: The Rise Above - New River Health District Harm Reduction Services Community forums scheduled for today and tomorrow have been postponed. New, makeup dates will be announced at a layer time.

The Jessie Peterman Library presents the program "Substance Use in the NRV: A Public Health Perspective" on Monday, February 23, 2026.

Join the New River Health District (NRHD) for an open conversation on substance use in the NRV, the impact of the War on Drugs, and how we move forward together.

Topics Include:
• Overview of substance use in the NRV
• Lived experience from peers in our region
• Local data and public health trends
• Overdose prevention
• Resources and support available
• Community questions, concerns, and discussion
• How can we work together to save lives and strengthen our community

Hear directly from Rise Above staff and local peers sharing lived experience and real solutions.

Free dinner will be provided.

Open to all including community members, families, providers, educators, faith leaders, and people with lived experience.

For more information on the event, contact Chris Alderman at chris.alderman@vdh.virginia.gov or 540-824-2082.

The Jessie Peterman Library is located at 321 West Main Street in Floyd, VA.

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For more information, visit: http://www.montgomery-floyd.lib.va.us/ or https://www.facebook.com/JPMLibrary or https://www.facebook.com/events/2306154999867126 or https://www.instagram.com/mfrlfloyd/ or call 540-745-2947.
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