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$17.2 million granted to Kansas governments to fight opioid epidemic
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Round $17.2 million has been granted to state and tribal governments in Kansas to combat the opioid epidemic.
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly introduced on Thursday, Oct. 6, that the State of Kansas and the Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas have acquired a mixed $17.2 million in federal grant funds to handle the opioid disaster. She stated the cash will improve entry to remedy for substance use issues, take away obstacles to public well being interventions like naloxone and broaden entry to restoration help providers.
“The opioid disaster impacts households throughout Kansas, which is why it’s crucial that we make opioid remedy and prevention assets accessible in each neighborhood,” Gov . Kelly stated. “This funding will assist make that attainable, and in doing so save lives and convey aid to struggling Kansans.”
Kelly famous that the Kansas Division for Ageing and Incapacity Companies was awarded greater than $16.7 million and the KTIK was awarded $500,000 in federal funds to handle the opioid disaster and help residents in restoration.
The Governor additionally indicated that funds have been supplied by way of the Substance Abuse and Psychological Well being Companies Administration. She stated the cash will help states’, tribal lands’ and territories’ opioid response efforts. The grants are a part of Nationwide Restoration Month and the State Opioid Response and Tribal Opioid Response grant applications.
Kelly stated the funds will even permit the Sunflower State to extend investments in overdose schooling, and peer help specialists in emergency departments, and can permit states to put money into different methods to assist save lives in hard-hit communities.
“Our prevention and dependancy groups acknowledge the hazards of opioids in our cities and rural areas and the damaging impression they’ve on so many lives,” stated KDADS Secretary Laura Howard. “I’m glad to help Governor Kelly and her administration’s effort to make sure this disaster is addressed throughout the state and in each neighborhood.”
KTIK indicated it is going to develop a holistic TOR program, KTIK Return to Group, which incorporates prevention, screening, remedy, and peer-led restoration for opioid, stimulant and different substance use.
“The opioid disaster has had a devastating impact on tribal nations all through the U.S.,” Lester Randall, Kickapoo Tribal Chairman, stated. “It’s a aid to see dependancy and opioid disaster funding coming in to underserved communities to help our efforts in growing entry to remedy and supporting people in restoration. The funds coming into the Kickapoo Tribe from opioid grants and settlements are going to end in lives saved and a preventative trajectory for our folks.”
In response to the Governor, the state and tribal grants will run by way of Sept. 29, 2024.
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How to Watch Chiefs vs. Steelers: NFL Week 17 TV, Odds, Preview
For the first time since the 2022 AFC playoffs, the Kansas City Chiefs will square off against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Kansas City has a three-game winning streak over Pittsburgh, which includes the aforementioned contest in the Wild Card round of the postseason. This year, both teams have already clinched playoff berths but still have something to play for. The Chiefs, specifically, can get the best Christmas present of all by winning and locking up the one-seed and a first-round bye. A win makes them unreachable to the Buffalo Bills. The Steelers, on the other hand, are looking to maintain their division lead. They hold a conference tiebreaker over the surging Baltimore Ravens but are far from certain to keep that.
Here’s everything you need to know and how you can follow along with the Chiefs as they square off against the Steelers on Wednesday.
Game: Chiefs vs. Steelers
Location: Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Date and Time: Wednesday, December 25 at 12:00 p.m. CT
TV Channel: Netflix or KCTV local
Listen Live: WDAF (106.5 FM) Chiefs Radio Network or Tico Sports (Kansas City) for Spanish radio broadcast
Betting Line: Chiefs -3 (as of Wednesday morning)
This contest’s television broadcast team is highlighted by Ian Eagle (play-by-play) and both J.J. Watt and Nate Burleson (color) in the commentary booth. Melanie Collins and Stacey Dales will serve as the sideline reporters for Week 17’s matchup.
For updates throughout the game and after the action has concluded, including plenty of postgame content, keep it locked in right here at Kansas City Chiefs On SI and follow us on X @ChiefsOnSI, Bluesky @chiefsonsi.com and Facebook at Chiefs Nation for additional coverage, commentary and more.
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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