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Boyle County issues proclamations for overdose awareness, suicide prevention and National Service Dog Month
Summary
At its Aug. 26 meeting the Boyle County Fiscal Court issued proclamations recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day (Aug. 31), Suicide Prevention Month (September) and National Service Dog Month (September). Community advocates and nonprofit representatives accepted the proclamations and outlined upcoming events and resources.
Danville, Kentucky — Boyle County officials on Aug. 26 adopted three proclamations intended to raise awareness of substance-use harms, suicide prevention and the role of service dogs.
Why it matters: The proclamations signal county-level recognition and support for local programs and mark dates and resources available to residents, including an expungement clinic, crisis response services and outreach by Canine Companions.
Overdose Awareness Day proclamation
Judge Trillie L. Bottom read a proclamation recognizing Aug. 31, 2025, as International Overdose Awareness Day in Boyle County. She presented the proclamation to Kathy Miles, identified in the meeting as a local recovery advocate who helped the county achieve a “Recovery Ready” recognition. Miles…
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