LESLIE COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - September is National Recovery Month , and many gathered in Leslie County on Monday to shine light on the power of recovery, faith and unity.

Officials said anyone in the Commonwealth who wants to start their road to recovery, or to simply show support for a loved one who is battling addiction was invited.

The goal of the event was to bring hope, encourage recovery and to help fight the use of substance abuse throughout the region.

Many recovery resources were at the event offering information packets on how to receive assistance, and several speakers who bravely shared their testimonies to help others.

Josh Collett, Pathways of Hope Event Coordinator and Kentucky State Trooper said in an event like this, it is important to bring like minded individuals to

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