Media Articles
Media articles and press releases are designed for community members and media to spread essential health information and awareness.
News Release – Opioid Settlement Funding Opens
Download News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMay 5, 2026 Opioid Settlement Funding Opportunity Opens for 2026, Applications Due June 15, 2026 Horizon Public Health, in partnership with Douglas, Grant, Pope, Stevens, and Traverse counties, is now accepting applications for 2026 Opioid Settlement Funding. This opportunity supports local projects addressing opioid use and substance-related harm through prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction. Funding is part of Minnesota’s…
News Release – Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
News Release Creating Hope Through Action During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Horizon Public Health is recognizing Suicide Prevention Awareness Month this September by promoting the statewide theme “Creating Hope Through Action” and partnering with CredibleMind, a leading mental health and well-being platform. Together, we want to encourage open conversations about mental health, reduce stigma, and make sure everyone knows that help and hope are always…
Radio Interview – Hospice
🌿 Hospice of Douglas County and Lind Family Funeral & Cremation were recently featured on KXRA’s Open Line. Joyce Iverson, Hospice Supervisor, and Curt Lind, Owner/Licensed Funeral Director, shared personal insights and answered important questions, including: ✨ What is hospice?✨ How long has Hospice of Douglas County served the community?✨ Is hospice only for Douglas County residents?✨ Curt’s personal experience with hospice care for his mother.✨…
Radio Interview – Farmers Markets
Maggie Johnson recently joined KXRA 1490 AM/Voice of Alexandria Open Line to share everything you need to know about local farmers markets! She covered: 🛍️ What to expect at your first market 🕒 Market hours across the 5 counties 🌾 What’s in season right now ❓ Questions to ask your farmers—and why it matters and more! 🎧 Listen to the full interview here (starts at 22:00): Open Line…
News Release – Horizon Public Health Launches New Mental Health Tool
News Release – Horizon Public Health Launches New Mental Health Tool for Ages 13+ Horizon Public Health is proud to announce the launch of CredibleMind, a new, free, and confidential online platform designed to support mental health and emotional wellbeing for individuals ages 13 and older. This resource is available 24/7 and can be accessed directly through the Horizon Public Health website. CredibleMind brings together…