Stop Opioids Stearns

09/02/2026

Opioid Community Advisory Committee Seeking New Members

The Stearns County Opioid Community Advisory Committee will be adding new members to replace those who have resigned or finished their term. Several spots will be open starting in 2027. We are looking for people from different backgrounds who can share professional or personal experience to help guide work related to opioid prevention, harm reduction, and recovery. The committee meets quarterly, and members receive mileage and a small stipend.

If you are interested in serving your community in this capacity, please complete an application at: https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstearnscounty.civicweb.net%2FPortal%2FBoardApplication%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cpam.demorett%40townsquaremedia.com%7Cf4d2a5cc2047494cf36008df09282ed0%7Ca473edd8ba254f04a0a8e8ad25c19632%7C0%7C0%7C639239740395597002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tuqNLOIGo8NrSHL50nzymqK5WwSzEkQXWLNpRC4WU8g%3D&reserved=0

08/31/2026

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. Take action to encourage support and recovery, and help end overdose by spreading awareness about drug overdose prevention.

08/25/2026

Make plans to attend this important training series!

08/17/2026

The Minnesota Department of Health and Hennepin Healthcare have expanded No Pain MN, a comprehensive, searchable mapping tool featuring over 17,000 evidence-based, non-opioid pain management providers across the state. Whether you're looking for physical therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, or massage therapy, this tool helps connect you to safe alternatives right in your neighborhood.

Find a provider near you: https://bit.ly/45iea6U | https://bit.ly/4xywSTL

08/09/2026

Join us on August 29th, 2026, for our 3rd annual Rockin Recovery in the Park event

We are excited to invite our local businesses and organizations to be a part of our upcoming event!!
Vendor space available for $50.00 each
https://givebutter.com/2026-rockin-recovery

08/09/2026

08/03/2026

News Release- Stearns County Sheriff's Office Announces New Smartphone App Stearns County, Minnesota sent this bulletin at 07/28/2026 07:12 AM CDT Sheriff's Office Updates & Alerts - Stearns County, MinnesotaView in browser: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/STEARNS/bulletins/4227605 320-251-...

08/03/2026

Join the Sartell Public Safety team for an evening of family fun !!

🎈 Kids' activities & bounce houses
🌭 Free hotdogs
🐕 K-9 demonstrations
🎶 Music and more!

Bring the whole family for a fun evening while getting to know the dedicated police officers, firefighters, and public safety professionals who serve our community.

07/30/2026

📢 Join Us at the MARATP Late Summer Conference! 🌟

The Central Minnesota Recovery Community Organization (RCO) is proud to be a member of MARATP (Minnesota Alliance of Rural Addiction Treatment Programs) and we're excited to share this incredible learning opportunity with our community!

📅 August 4–5, 2026

This year's conference features engaging keynote speakers and educational sessions on topics including:
✔️ Substance use trends
✔️ Mental health and psychosis
✔️ De-escalation strategies
✔️ ASAM 4
✔️ Ethical challenges in rural addiction treatment
✔️ Brain recovery
✔️ Integrated systems of care
✔️ And much more!

Whether you're a peer support specialist, recovery professional, healthcare provider, community partner, or someone passionate about supporting recovery, this conference offers valuable education, networking, and inspiration.

Together, we can continue strengthening recovery supports across Minnesota and ensure people are met where they are with compassion, hope, and understanding.

📍 Register to
Register at https://www.maratp.org/conference-registration.html

07/30/2026

Let’s Talk About Substance Abuse & Mental Health

No one should have to face mental health challenges or substance use alone. Recovery is possible, hope is real, and asking for help is a sign of strength—not weakness.

Together, we can break the stigma, support one another, and build a healthier, stronger community. One conversation can truly change a life.

Please share this message—you never know who may need to hear it today.