Promotion of good health

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St. Clair County Community Mental Health held there Wellness Fair Wednesday. Around 600 people showed up for the event. Attendees were provided with free health screenings, wellness information, community workshops, and a free spaghetti dinner. There was also a bounce house and games for the kids. Community Mental Health Executive Director, Debra Johnson, tells us the fair was put on to promote the importance on having healthy mind and body and how they are connected. Those that participated in the free health screenings were given raffle tickets, were they could win several prizes including a new bike. County Commissioner Karl Tomion was also at the event. He presented the CMH with a proclamation designating September 23rd, as Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies Day in St. Clair County.