Dodge County Drug Court/FTC

02/14/2023

As many of you may have heard, Judge Williamson is retiring. Please join us for an open house on February 24th from 2pm-4pm at the Dodge County Courthouse to celebrate and thank Judge Williamson for her time and dedication to the State of Minnesota, and especially to Dodge County. Light refreshments and cake will be served. Let's make today great!

02/10/2023

Promise Yourself

To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet.
To make all your friend feel that there is something worthwhile in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.
To wear a cheerful expression at all times and give a smile to every living creature you meet.
To give so much time to improving yourself that you have no time to criticize others.
To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.
To think well of yourself and to proclaim this fact to the world, not in loud word, but in great deeds.
To live in the faith that the whole world is on your side so long as you are true to the best that is in you.

- Christian D. Larson

01/09/2023

https://www.today.com/health/dry-january-what-it-what-are-benefits-women-t146331

Sometimes, we don't always know how to stop using alcohol, or we don't want to do it alone. It's not too late to challenge ourselves or a loved one to try "Dry January". This article has a great explanation of what it is and the benefits of not consuming alcohol for a month - or maybe forever for some of us. Let's challenge ourselves in a healthy way this year, and let's make today great!

If you’re asking why you should face the world without a sip of wine or beer for a month, there are some compelling health reasons to do it.

12/16/2022

After a While

After a while you learn the subtle difference
between holding a hand and chaining a soul.
And you learn that love doesn't mean leaning
and company doesn't always mean security.
And you begin to learn that kisses aren't contracts
and presents aren't promises.
And you begin to accept your defeats
with your head up and your eyes ahead,
with the grace of a woman, not the grief of a child.
And you learn to build all your roads on today
because tomorrow's ground is too uncertain for plans
and futures have a way of falling down mid-flight.

After a while you learn that even sunshine burns
if you get too much.

So you plant your own garden and decorate your own soul
instead of waiting for someone to bring you flowers.

And you learn that you really can endure,
that you really are strong
and you really do have worth.
And you learn and you learn
with every goodbye you learn...

- Veronica A. Shoffstall

12/16/2022

We're so proud of this independent woman, and the hard work she's done on her journey. She's an amazing mother, and she consistently used her tools to get to a better place. We're excited to see where she goes from here! Let's make today great!

10/24/2022

Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind, but now I see.
T'was Grace that taught my heart to fear.
And Grace, my fears relieved.
How precious did that Grace appear
The hour I first believed.
- John Newton

10/24/2022

We are so proud of this gentleman's progress and journey to find grace. He overcame many obstacles and was willing to incorporate Veterans Services into his recovery, which made a world of difference. We're excited to see where he goes from here! Congratulations! Let's make today great!

10/14/2022

The 2022 Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge Gala was a success! We're grateful we had the opportunity to attend, participate, and witness the evening's activities. Change and growth are possible if we're willing to do the work. Let's make today great!

10/07/2022

I was honored to be able to attend Winona County Treatment Court 10-year anniversary celebration last night! It was interesting to hear about their history of struggles to get the Court started, as well as successes throughout the years. It's touching to see how dedicated treatment court communities are to supporting staff and participants, and it reinforces the fact that I have the greatest job in the world. Congratulations Winona County! Let's make today great!

09/30/2022

"She remembered who she was
and the game changed."

- Lalah Delia

09/30/2022

We are so proud of this strong woman, who changed the game! Instead of becoming bitter, she chose to get better, and we're excited to see where this next part of her journey takes her. Congratulations! Let's make today great!

09/12/2022

Celebrate your wins today, no matter how big or small- it's still a win. We're proud of you! Let's make today great!