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July 12, 2006

COMA hosting meth speaker next month

Communities Overcoming Methamphetamine Abuse is hosting a special presentation by Mary Holley, founder of Mother's Against Methamphetamine at 7 p.m. Aug. 26 and 2 p.m. Aug. 27 in the Moffat County High School auditorium, 900 Finley Lane.

Holley has personal involvement with a child of meth abuse and is the author of the book, "Crystal Meth: They Call It Ice."

Medical personnel are especially encouraged to attend the Aug. 27 presentation, when Holley will address what medical staff can report about births that show methamphetamine is present.

Donations accepted for Auction in the Park

The Craig Downtown Business Association is accepting donations for its annual Auction in the Park to benefit low-income children in need of school supplies for the coming school year.

New and nearly new items, as well as cash, are being accepted for the auction, which will be held at 7 p.m. July 27 at Alice Pleasant Park on Yampa Avenue in downtown Craig. Proceeds from the sale will go toward school supplies for students who cannot afford them.

To donate, call KS Kreations at 824-2151.