News : ASAC returns to storm-damaged office, thanks Vinton Family Medical Clinic

The ASAC staff is returning to this building, which lost its roof July 11.

ACAC and Vinton Family Medical Clinic staff at the thank-you lunch.

ASAC staff members return to this building this week, 3 1/2 months after the storm.

The roof of the building that houses the Benton County ASAC (Area Substance Abuse Council) offices was reduced to damaged rafters and the offices were soaked with rain during the history July 11 storm. After salvaging their equipment, the staff needed a temporary home while waiting for repairs. They found that home at the Virginia Gay Hospital's Vinton Family Medical Clinic, just north of the hospital.

Last week, the ASAC staff served a lunch to clinic employees to thank them for their hospitality. This week, ASAC will resume full operation in its regular office space.

Pictured here are: Front row, from left: Amy Salger and Tammy Morrison, ASAC. Back row: Lisa Upah, Jenn Draper (ASAC), Pam French, Kelly Marsengill (ASAC Outreach Services Director), Dr. Mark Dearden

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