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Be the Wall, is a campaign to stand against underage drinking and drug use. Be part of the Wall!

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The 'Be The Wall' campaign, sponsored by the Benton County Above the Influence Coalition, consists of pledges from community members promising to stand up against underage drinking and drug use in Benton County.

The pledges, signatures on 'brick' postcards, will be collected through October and will ultimately be displayed at the county courthouse from October 28th-November 5th in recognition of National Red Ribbon Week.

To pledge your support, contact Jenn Draper at jdraper@asac.us or stop by 1003 W. 4th St. in Vinton to sign a card.

On Thursday, September 16th, 2010 from 12-1 p.m. the coalition meeting will be held at the Belle Plaine Community Center, 1309 5th Ave, Belle Plaine, Lunch will be provided, please RSVP!

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The "Take Charge Conference" - is a FREE conference for students interested in preventing underage drinking and drug use in their schools and communities, is happening Friday, September 24th, 2010 at Kirkwood Community College! The conference will cover everything from basic drug facts to how to present to your peers. There will also be time for student groups to work together and create an action plan designed just for their school!

If you have a high school student interested in attending this conference, please let us know! The Above the Influence Coalition has arranged FREE transportation for students in the county, and we will have students back in plenty of time for Homecoming festivities. We would love to have a big group to represent Benton County!