NEWAHEC: NorthEastern Wisconsin Area Health Education Center

07/28/2026

We are so thankful to everyone who helped bring the Two Rivers Public Health Vending Machine to our community!

This project truly took a team, and we couldn't have done it without the support, partnership, and generosity of so many people and organizations.

A special thank you to the City of Two Rivers Fire Department for believing in this project, supporting our efforts, and providing a home for the vending machine. Having it in a welcoming, accessible location helps ensure these resources are available to those who need them most.

We're proud to be part of a community that comes together to support one another. Thank you to everyone who played a part in making this project a reality. Your kindness and commitment will truly make a difference.💙

07/21/2026

🎉 Just 2 days to go!

We're excited to celebrate the official Ribbon Cutting for the new Public Health Vending Machine this Thursday, July 23 at the City of Two Rivers Fire Department (2122 Monroe Street)!

🕓 4:00–5:00 p.m.
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 4:30 p.m.

Stop by to:
✅ See the new Public Health Vending Machine and learn how it works.
✅ Celebrate expanded access to free health, wellness, and prevention supplies—available 24/7 for our community.
🍪 Enjoy complimentary food and refreshments!

Everyone is welcome—community members, local leaders, partners, friends, and families.

If you plan to attend, we'd appreciate an RSVP to help us prepare enough refreshments, but it's not required.
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We hope to see you there as we celebrate this exciting new resource for the Two Rivers community!

City of Two Rivers Fire Department

07/01/2026

📢 **FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

We're excited to share the official announcement of NEWAHEC's second Public Health Vending Machine, now serving the Two Rivers community!

This innovative resource provides free, 24/7 access to health, wellness, and prevention supplies, helping reduce barriers to essential care while supporting healthier communities. The project reflects the power of collaboration between local organizations, healthcare partners, first responders, and community leaders working together to meet local needs.

Read the full press release below to learn more about the initiative, the resources available, and the community partnerships that made this project possible. City of Two Rivers Fire Department

Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of our new Public Health Vending Machine on Thursday, July 23, from 4:00–5:00 p.m.

✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 4:30 p.m.

🍪 Food and refreshments will be provided!

Community members, local leaders, and partners are all welcome to attend! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. Letting us know you're coming helps us prepare enough food and refreshments. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We look forward to celebrating with you!

07/01/2026

🎉 You're invited!

Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of our new Public Health Vending Machine on Thursday, July 23, from 4:00–5:00 p.m. at the City of Two Rivers Fire Department (2122 Monroe Street).

Come celebrate the launch of this new community resource, providing free, 24/7 access to health, wellness, and prevention supplies for everyone.

✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 4:30 p.m.

Before and after the ceremony, you'll have the opportunity to:
✅ Learn more about the Public Health Vending Machine
✅ Meet our community partners
✅ Celebrate this exciting addition to Two Rivers

🍪 Food and refreshments will be provided!

Community members, local leaders, and partners are all welcome to attend!

RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. Letting us know you're coming helps us prepare enough food and refreshments. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We look forward to celebrating with you!

07/01/2026

🎉 It's official! Our second Public Health Vending Machine is now live in Two Rivers!

Located outside the City of Two Rivers Fire Department (2122 Monroe Street), this free, climate-controlled vending machine provides 24/7 access to health, wellness, and prevention resources—because everyone deserves access to essential supplies whenever they need them.

You'll find items like:
Narcan Nasal Spray (Naloxone)
First Aid and over-the-counter medication kits
Hygiene Kits
Menstrual Kits
STI Prevention Kits
Tick Removal/Identification Kits
Lice Treatment Kits
Medication Lock Bags
Firearm Safety Locks

The items inside our Public Health Vending Machine may vary slightly throughout the year as we adjust to seasonal needs and emerging community priorities. We are always looking for community input on what would be most helpful to include. Your feedback helps ensure this resource continues to meet real needs and remains responsive to the people it serves.

Have ideas or suggestions? We’d love to hear them—because this project is built with the community, for the community. 💙

Every item is completely free and available to help support the health and well-being of our community.

This project wouldn't be possible without the incredible collaboration of our community partners, healthcare organizations, first responders, local nonprofits, and grant funders who share our commitment to improving access to essential health resources.

Join us for the Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting of our new Public Health Vending Machine on Thursday, July 23, from 4:00–5:00 p.m.
✂️ Ribbon Cutting: 4:30 p.m.
🍪 Food and refreshments will be provided!

Community members, local leaders, and partners are all welcome to attend! RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. Letting us know you're coming helps us prepare enough food and refreshments. RSVP here: https://forms.gle/RbubCbxwFscWi92p6

We look forward to celebrating with you!

07/01/2026

**21 Means 21. No Exceptions.**

It's the law: To***co and ni****ne products cannot be sold to anyone under the age of 21. This includes ci******es, ci**rs, vapes, e-ci******es, e-liquids, ni****ne pouches, chewing to***co, and other ni****ne products.

Learn more: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/to***co/to***co21.htm

07/01/2026

🎉 As we wrap up our WI WINS To***co Compliance Checks contract and begin a new one, we want to take a moment to thank the local law enforcement agencies across our four counties that we're contracted for (Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Kewaunee, & Door) for their continued partnership and support. Your commitment to these compliance checks plays a vital role in preventing youth access to to***co products and helping create healthier communities.

We also want to thank our local retailers for their dedication to following the law, as well as our team and volunteers who helped make this work possible. We look forward to continuing this important partnership in the year ahead as we work together to keep to***co out of the hands of youth and build healthier futures for our communities. 💙

06/10/2026

🚨 **Recruiting Youth for To***co Compliance Checks!** 🚨
Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for responsible youth ages 16–17 to participate in WI Wins as Youth Inspectors!

❓What is WI Wins?
WI Wins is a statewide initiative that uses proven, research-based strategies to reduce youth access to to***co products while helping retailers stay compliant and avoid fines.

🔍 What do Youth Inspectors do?
• Work in pairs during compliance checks
• One youth attempts to purchase a to***co product
• The second youth observes the interaction and takes mental notes

Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/261184515276055

05/21/2026

We replenished our Public Health Vending Machine today (as we do often!) and wanted to take a moment to share a few quick thank yous. 💙

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing community partners who help us keep this resource stocked and available for everyone.

Special thanks to:
• Our local Naloxone Direct Program partners for helping us keep the machine stocked with Narcan.
• Manitowoc County Health Departmentfor providing Tick Kits — especially important this time of year for safely removing ticks and identifying them with the included infographic sheet.
• Froedtert Holy Family Memorial for supplying Personal Care Kits.

We’re also excited to share that this summer the machine will be getting a revamp to include A LOT more basic necessity items!

📍 Reminder: The machine is located outside our office at 621 York St. in Manitowoc and is accessible 24/7.

04/29/2026

🚨 **Recruiting Youth for To***co Compliance Checks!** 🚨

Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for responsible youth ages 16–17 to participate in WI Wins as Youth Inspectors!

❓What is WI Wins?
WI Wins is a statewide initiative that uses proven, research-based strategies to reduce youth access to to***co products while helping retailers stay compliant and avoid fines.

🔍 What do Youth Inspectors do?
• Work in pairs during compliance checks
• One youth attempts to purchase a to***co product
• The second youth observes the interaction and takes mental notes

📋Interested? Apply here:

Please click the link to complete this form.