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Becky Stewart, a Williamson County mom who lost her son Cameron, 19, to fentanyl poisoning, uses a packet of artificial sweetener to demonstrate how such a small amount can kill several people. She spoke at a sheriff's event at the Williamson County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 7. Photos by Andy Sharp

Becky Stewart, a Williamson County mom who lost her son Cameron, 19, to fentanyl poisoning, uses a packet of artificial sweetener to demonstrate how such a small amount can kill several people. She spoke at a sheriff's event at the Williamson County Expo Center on Tuesday, March 7. Photos by Andy Sharp

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As fentanyl dangers grow, Wilco Sheriff awards grants supporting awareness and education

Katherine Hamilton
Thursday, March 9, 2023
In a room full of heartbreak, Williamson County Sheriff Mike Gleason Tuesday told families of loved ones killed by fentanyl that his office is donating $50,000 to educate families and youth about the deadly drug.
Cody Ivins and his family are spreading the word about the dangers of fentanyl, which killed his son Layton in January. Cody sits here with his son Kylon, 15, who was Layton’s younger brother.

Cody Ivins and his family are spreading the word about the dangers of fentanyl, which killed his son Layton in January. Cody sits here with his son Kylon, 15, who was Layton’s younger brother.

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Grieving father challenges community to 'get educated' about fentanyl

Katherine Hamilton
Friday, February 24, 2023
Williamson County has not yet said officially what killed Georgetown High School sophomore Layton Ivins in January, but Cody Ivins says he knows that the opioid fentanyl took his son’s life — and he’s on a crusade to wake up the community about the killer in its midst.
Dr. Jessica Cance speaks to GISD parents about the dangers of opioids.

Dr. Jessica Cance speaks to GISD parents about the dangers of opioids.

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Expert cautions parents about deadly fentanyl, other drugs during Georgetown ISD presentation

Katherine Hamilton
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Alcohol remains the most-used drug among teenagers, but parents should be aware of the rising rate of other drug use by teens, including the opioid fentanyl. That was the message of public health analyst Jessica Cance, who spoke to Georgetown ISD parents on Monday, January 9.
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