Rutherford County Recovery Court Participates in National Recovery Month

For Rutherford County Recovery Court, Friday, September 27 was a celebration.

County dignitaries, including Mayor Bill Ketron, employees of Recovery Court, and program clients, gathered at North University Street for an event deemed “Recovery Fest.”

“September is National Recovery Month,” said Probation and Recovery Court Services Director Steve Ervin. “We wanted to do something special for our clients and our employees to recognize their accomplishments.”

Attendees enjoyed food, music, games, fun, and most importantly, fellowship.

National Recovery Month is sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Its purpose is to “increase awareness and understanding of mental and substance abuse disorders and celebrate the people who recover.”