LRADAC News
Safe & Sober
A guest blog by Hailey Kanipe and Missy AkinloluThe weather is heating up, and so are all the fun summer activities we often look forward to during this time of year. Whether you are traveling, swimming, spending time with friends, or just relaxing at home, it is...
Rock 4 Recovery with Everclear
Everclear, one of the leading alternative rock bands of the ‘90s, to headline Rock 4 Recovery 2024 Presented by Dominion EnergyOne of the most eclectic and beloved bands of the ‘90s alternative rock scene is coming to the Midlands as Everclear headlines the LRADAC...
Ride Smart This Summer
A guest blog by Hailey Kanipe and Missy AkinloluJune is National Safety Month! As the South Carolina weather heats up and people start spending more time outdoors, it is important to remind the community about motorcycle safety. If you plan to ride your motorcycle...
Rock the Block to Celebrate the First Day of Summer Break
LRADAC, along with the Richland County Knowledge is Power Community Coalition, invites the public to Rock the Block and help local kids and families celebrate the first day of summer break on Saturday, June 1st, from noon- to 4 p.m., at Fairlawn Community Center, 9128...
Where Should I Start?
May is Mental Health Month and this year’s theme is “Where to Start: Mental Health in a Changing World.” The world is constantly changing and it can be overwhelming to deal with everything going on around you. Being able to maintain good mental health is vital to your...
“Protecting Our Community” Town Hall Meeting
LRADAC is hosting a "Protecting Our Community" Town Hall Meeting on April 16 The public forum will address Underage Drinking, Youth Substance Use, Mental Health Awareness and Violence Prevention in Richland County. Columbia, SC – As part of Alcohol Awareness Month,...
Staying Cyber-Savvy
The Internet is like a bustling city with neon signs, hidden alleys, and secret codes. But beware! Just like any metropolis, it has bright spots and shadowy corners. Navigating this cyber landscape with wisdom and vigilance is important to protect you and the ones you...
The Prom Promise
Helping High Schoolers Avoid High-Risk Behaviors Lexington, SC – On the spectrum of life events, the high school prom is one of the most memorable times of a person’s life. Unfortunately, it’s also known as one of the most high-risk times for young people to indulge...
LRADAC Earns Three-Year Accreditation from CARF
Columbia, SC — CARF International, an independent, non-profit accreditor of health and human services, has announced that LRADAC, the Lexington/Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, has once again been accredited for a period of three years for its full offering of...
Sobering Truths About St. Patrick’s Day
A guest blog by Hailey Kanipe, MPH, CPS, ICPS, Prevention Specialist and Samantha Maroney, LRADAC Prevention InternCelebrating St. Patrick’s Day Safely What is the first thing that usually comes to mind when you think about celebrations happening in March? Saint...