Father and son talk about addiction at ASAP gathering

Davis Sheff addresses Wednesday evening’s gathering as son Nic looks on. WRB staff photo.

The Alliance for Substance Abuse Progress in Bartholomew County hosted author David Sheff and his son Nic Wednesday evening at Columbus North High School. Sheff is an author who has written about his family’s experiences during Nic’s struggles with drug addiction.

BCSC Superintendent Dr. Jim Roberts talks about why events like this are important in combating the opioid epidemic.

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More than 100 people turned out to hear the Sheffs’ presentation. Josh Kroot, of Columbus, was one of those in attendance.

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Kroot talks about why hearing from the Sheffs is so important.

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Jeff Jones, executive lead of ASAP of Bartholomew County, says he has pleased by the turnout…

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For more on the Alliance for Substance Abuse Progress in Bartholomew County, visit asapbc.org.