From the Office of the Sheriff Sheriff Dennis L. Dotson

For Immediate Release

NEWS RELEASE

Date: Jun 9, 2008

Summary:

On May 28, 2008 the Lincoln County Sheriffs Office, in conjunction with the Lincoln County School Board and Newport High School, teamed up for a unique educational experience.

Members of the Lincoln County Sheriffs Office Jail Division and an inmate from the Lincoln County Jail participated in several health classes throughout the day for “A day in the life” presentation to the students.

The classes were conducted in an open forum style environment to promote questions and give the opportunity for students to observe, listen and learn. The open forum provided a positive atmosphere for both the inmate and student to communicate and share some of their experiences and any negative impact past association with drugs or alcohol has had on his/her life.

The topics discussed were primarily focused on drug awareness, the judicial system and the negative physical, social and emotional impact of drug abuse and addiction.

The inmate volunteer, Mr. Jason Montgomery has currently been released from custody and at last contact was doing well.

Schools interested in a presentation can contact Deputy Steve Frey at the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Jail.

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