About Us

Sheriff Gray is a lifelong resident of Stewart County and has raised his family here. He has served in law enforcement for 40 years in different capacities. He is in his second term as Stewart County Sheriff and joined the coalition soon after his first election. Sheriff Gray is tough on drugs, but wants to help people find treatment as well as teach children the dangers of use.

Lisa is our Jill of all trades, she is a 911 dispatcher, volunteer firefighter, first responder, and k9 search and rescue volunteer. She joined the coalition so she could get more involved in the community and helping people.

Melissa is part of the original gang of coalition coordinators. She has been in the role of director since 2011. She started her prevention path with Centerstone doing direct services inside schools. When that program ended she was hired to lead the coalition. Melissa moved to Dover with her husband and son and with them own 3 businesses in town. She is also a county commissioner, as well as a member of other non-profits and has served on their boards. Along with the other members of the coalition Melissa is dedicated to helping the people of Stewart County learn about and abstain from the use of substances.

Sydni has worked for nonprofits for 2 years after 12 years years of business management experience. She is married and has 4 children. Like many others, Sydni found her passion for prevention because of her personal experiences witnessing a loved one with Substance Use Disorder

Julie has worked alongside Melissa since learning of the coalition’s existence. She started out as a volunteer and moved into a paid role when the coalition was awarded extra grant funds. Julie is a pastor’s wife, a mom and soon will be having her first grandbaby.