United Way funds helps Lighthouse men earn GEDs

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Since 1975, The Lighthouse of Tallapoosa County has been helping men kick the cycle of addiction to drugs and alcohol. Teri Trammell, executive director, said the Lighthouse is certified by the State Department of Mental Health, substance abuse …
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Addictions didn't help career

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The Silver Linings Playbook actor has been sober for nine years and he thinks his alcohol and drug abuse stopped him from "fulfilling his potential." "The one thing that I've learned in life is the best thing I can do is embrace who I am and then do …
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Morning links: Former UW star Reggie Rogers died from substance abuse

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Subscriber: Log out | Subscriber Log In |; Contact/Help. Site feedback/questions …. The death of former Washington two-sport standout Reggie Rogers has been linked to substance abuse. The King County Medical Examiner's Office said Tuesday that Rogers …
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Teen sentenced in federal bomb case in Las Vegas

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Fernandez nodded when Gordon told him he won't be able to possess weapons or explosives, can't use drugs or alcohol, and has to undergo mental health treatment. Defense attorney Crystal Eller told the judge that Fernandes had been influenced by …
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