walk in gadsden, alabama. over 700 people came out and raised over $7,000 toward area substance abuse treatment. aside from the walk itself, the event featured vendor tables with treatment information, as well as fun activities including inflatables for children, face painting, horseshoes, food, and live music. the national council on alcoholism & drug abuse of st. louis sponsored a hands across the bridge rally. several hundred supporters from missouri and illinois assembled at the chain of rocks bridge to join hands and connect both states. recovery speakers and elected officials spoke at the event and a unified crowd enjoyed a day of food, fun activities, and live music. recovery supporters in delaware celebrated recovery month in their state by holding a kickoff luncheon. delaware governor ruth ann minner was on hand to speak and to recognize several individuals for their work in the substance abuse treatment field. river valley behavioral health organized a stand for recovery. citizens of owensboro, kentu