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Harnett County Invites Residents to Learn More About Local Efforts to Address the Opioid Epidemic
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Harnett County will host a Fall Citizen Information Session, “Taking Action Against the Opioid Epidemic” on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Harnett County Resource Center and Library Training Room, located at 455 McKinney Parkway in Lillington.
The meeting will provide residents and community members with an opportunity to learn about Harnett County’s on-going efforts to address the opioid epidemic and the programs, partnerships and resources available throughout the community.
During the event, the following departments will share information:
- Harnett County Opioid Task Force
- Emergency Services Community Paramedics
- Sheriff’s Office
- Health Department
These departments will discuss their roles in addressing opioid use, resources, and how their efforts continue to support residents and make a change within the community.
The Harnett County Opioid Task Force was created in 2022 after establishing a Memorandum between the State of North Carolina and Harnett County. The Opioid Task Force includes Harnett County staff as well as professionals with Harnett County Schools, Campbell University, health care organizations, local churches, and members from the community.
For individuals interested in knowing what Harnett County is doing to combat the opioid issue, this event is for them.
Harnett County looks forward to sharing the progress and impact that has been made since the launch of the Opioid Task Force in 2022.
For more information about the Harnett County Opioid Task Force visit www.solveharnett.org
