Juvenile Justice Council

10/22/2026

🎨 COLOR YOUR WAY TO A DRUG-FREE FUTURE! ❤️

Red Ribbon Week isn’t just for kids—our Coloring Contest is open to ALL AGES from Iroquois and Kankakee Counties! Show off your creativity, have some fun, and help spread the message that every choice matters!

Entries are due November 2nd.

Let’s make a difference, one colorful page at a time! ❤️💪

Happy Red Ribbon Week!
Let’s work together to encourage healthy choices and remind our youth to choose Wise Highs that help them grow, thrive, and reach their full potential—without drugs or alcohol! ❤️ Share your support, join the conversation, and help spread the message. And don’t forget to turn in your Red Ribbon Week coloring contest entries by November 2! 🖍️ We can’t wait to see your creativity!

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10/22/2026

💊 CLEAN OUT YOUR MEDICINE CABINET AND HELP PROTECT OUR COMMUNITY! 💊

The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County is sharing this announcement from the Iroquois County Sheriff's Office to remind residents that National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 24!

🏠 Take a few minutes to clean out your medicine cabinet and gather any expired, unwanted, or unused medications. Proper disposal helps prevent medication misuse, keeps medications out of the wrong hands, and protects our families, community, and local fish and wildlife. ❤️

📍 Local Drop-Off Location:
Iroquois County Jail
550 S. 10th Street, Watseka
West door of the jail

🕙 Special collection hours on Saturday, October 24, are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The jail also offers medication drop-off 24 hours a day.

⚠️ Please note: Syringes, sharps, and illicit drugs are not accepted.

Small actions can make a big difference! Thank you for helping keep Iroquois County safe, healthy, and drug-free. Together, we can make a difference! 💙

10/22/2026

More Than Small Talk... 💬🦉

Who do you think is a really good role model—and why?

Ask your child about someone they admire and what qualities they appreciate in that person. It’s a simple way to learn more about what matters to them and what kind of person they hope to become. 💙

Ask. Listen. Connect.

10/21/2026

❤️ BE A HERO THIS RED RIBBON WEEK! ❤️

Being a hero means taking action to protect yourself, your family, and your community! This Red Ribbon Week, the Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County encourages everyone to take a few minutes to clean out their medicine cabinets and safely dispose of unwanted or expired medications.

💊 National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 24!

Keeping medications you no longer need can increase the risk of them being lost, stolen, or misused. Proper disposal is one simple way YOU can make a difference and help protect our community, area fish, and wildlife.

📍 Did you know? The Iroquois County Jail accepts unwanted and expired medications at the west door 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Disposal is FREE and anonymous, and no ID is required.

Check out the graphic for additional medication drop-off locations throughout Iroquois County. Contact other sites for their specific drop-off dates and times.

⚠️ Please note: No syringes, sharps, or illicit drugs are accepted.

❤️ This Red Ribbon Week, be a hero! Take action, dispose of medications safely, and help TIP the Scale toward a healthier, safer community!

10/21/2026

Congrats, Megan! Keep shining your light for all to see! Iroquois County is proud of you!

Congratulations to this week’s Student Spotlight winner, Megan Borgers from St. Paul Lutheran School! 👏

Each Wednesday, the Juvenile Justice Council partners with area junior and senior high schools to recognize an Iroquois County student who stands out for their attitude, character, and citizenship. We’re proud to celebrate students who are making positive choices, helping others, and making a difference in their schools and communities. 💙

A special thank you to the local businesses and agencies that sponsor and donate prizes to our Student Spotlight winners. Their sponsorship sends an important message to our youth: Our community sees you, supports you, and appreciates the positive choices you are making. 💙

Recognizing and celebrating positive behaviors is an important part of prevention. Teens can sometimes have inaccurate perceptions about what makes someone “cool” or how common substance use actually is among their peers. By shining a light on students who are making healthy choices and positively influencing others, we can help reinforce those behaviors and strengthen the positive connections that help keep young people on a healthy path.

Congratulations, Megan! Keep shining! 🌟🦉
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10/21/2026

Wear RED on Monday, October 26th to show that you are RED-y to Make a Difference during Red Ribbon Week!

🦸‍♂️🔴 RED-Y TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? BE A HERO! 🔴🦉

Red Ribbon Week is coming October 23–31, and we’re inviting YOU to help make a difference! ❤️💪

Join the Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County on Monday, October 26, for Red-y to Make a Difference Day!

Here’s how you can join the fun:

🔴 WEAR RED to show your support for healthy, drug-free choices!

📸 SNAP A PHOTO of yourself or you with your family, co-workers, classmates, or friends!

🪧 MAKE IT PERSONAL! Want to hold the sign Ollie the Owl is holding in our graphic? You can! We’ve posted a printable version of the sign in the comments. Simply print it out and personalize it with the name of your family, business, classroom, or organization, then include it in your photo!

📲 POST YOUR PHOTO AND TAG TIP the Scale on Facebook to spread the word and inspire others to get involved!

Every hero has the power to make a difference, and together, we can build a healthier, stronger community! ❤️

Let's see Iroquois County turn RED! 🔴🦸‍♀️🦉

10/20/2026

Iroquois County offers many fun events for youth and families! A collection of updated local events can be found pinned to the top of both the Juvenile Justice Council and TIP the Scale pages. Let’s work together to provide healthy alternatives for youth and stop underage substance use.

10/20/2026

Congrats, Meggan! Thank you for sharing this helpful advice with families who might need help with this issue. We appreciate all you do!

Today's TIP the Scale Tuesday post features local celebrity and JJC supporter Meggan Guthrie. Meggan has lived in Iroquois County for 45 years. She has 20 years of homecare experience. Meggan is the CEO of True-Care Homecare and Staffing.

10/20/2026

Skip the lecture. Asking your teen a single, genuine question can open the door to a meaningful conversation about avoiding alcohol and cannabis use.
Parents, please take a moment for this survey to help us continue to improve our campaign to better meet community needs. Thank you. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgb_0MId8jUyEupK7aHwQVV8nCGZ71KX8hrxn3ieyRACM_bA/viewform?usp=header

10/19/2026

❤️ RED RIBBON WEEK IS ALMOST HERE! GET READY TO BE A HERO! 🦉

Red Ribbon Week kicks off October 23–31, and the Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County is inviting YOU to join the fun! This year’s theme is all about making a difference, being a hero, and staying drug-free!

🌟 How can YOU be a hero? Get your family, co-workers, or organization involved in our daily Red Ribbon Week activities!

Every day is an opportunity to be a hero! Whether you lend a helping hand, show appreciation, start a meaningful conversation, or encourage healthy choices, YOU have the power to make a difference. Be sure to check our social media pages throughout Red Ribbon Week! We’ll be sharing posts about each day’s activities, ideas for getting involved, and ways YOU can help make a difference. Like, share, and help spread the word!

❤️ Let's get excited, get involved, and show Iroquois County what happens when we all work together! Encourage your family, friends, and co-workers to join in and help us build a healthier, stronger, drug-free community!

📅 Save the dates, check out the daily activities in the graphic, and get ready to MAKE A DIFFERENCE. BE A HERO. Help empower our youth to STAY DRUG-FREE!