Kelsie's Cause, Fentanyl Facts, Truths, Awareness

07/29/2025

Key Takeaways
The HALT Fentanyl Act was signed into law on July 16, permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances (FRS) as Schedule I drugs.
Counties—particularly sheriff’s offices, jails, and first responders—gain critical clarity and authority under the new law, while also supporting comprehensive, multi- pronged approaches to addressing the ongoing overdose crisis.
On July 16, the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act (HALT Fentanyl Act) (P.L. 119-26) was signed into law, marking a major turning point in the nation’s response to the opioid epidemic. The bipartisan legislation permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances (FRS) as Schedule I drugs under the Controlled Substances Act, granting law enforcement the authority to combat the growing threat posed by synthetic opioids. The law’s enactment follows years of temporary extensions that placed these substances under federal control on a provisional basis

On July 16, the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act (HALT Fentanyl Act) (P.L. 119-26) was signed into law, marking a major turning point in the nation’s response to the opioid epidemic. The bipartisan legislation permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances (FRS) as Schedule I drugs ...

07/29/2025

HALT Fentanyl Act signed into law

Key Takeaways
The HALT Fentanyl Act was signed into law on July 16, permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances (FRS) as Schedule I drugs.
Counties—particularly sheriff’s offices, jails, and first responders—gain critical clarity and authority under the new law, while also supporting comprehensive, multi- pronged approaches to addressing the ongoing overdose crisis.
On July 16, the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act (HALT Fentanyl Act) (P.L. 119-26) was signed into law, marking a major turning point in the nation’s response to the opioid epidemic. The bipartisan legislation permanently classifies fentanyl-related substances (FRS) as Schedule I drugs under the Controlled Substances Act, granting law enforcement the authority to combat the growing threat posed by synthetic opioids. The law’s enactment follows years of temporary extensions that placed these substances under federal control on a provisional basis

07/26/2025

Feds: Authorities seize 150+ pounds of fentanyl in SC, largest bust in state history

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - What started with a tip and a traffic stop in the Midlands resulted in what’s believed to be the largest fentanyl bust in South Carolina history, according to federal authorities.

Law enforcement reports they seized enough of the deadly drug to kill every person in South Carolina, plus the entire populations of North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee — combined.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina said Wednesday that 71 kilograms, or approximately 156 pounds, of fentanyl was discovered during “coordinated traffic stops” in the Midlands.

“This was enough to kill the state of South Carolina, every citizen here, seven times. That should scare everyone,” U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling said in an interview.

07/26/2025

Feds: Authorities seize 150+ pounds of fentanyl in SC, largest bust in state history

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - What started with a tip and a traffic stop in the Midlands resulted in what’s believed to be the largest fentanyl bust in South Carolina history, according to federal authorities.

Law enforcement reports they seized enough of the deadly drug to kill every person in South Carolina, plus the entire populations of North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee — combined.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina said Wednesday that 71 kilograms, or approximately 156 pounds, of fentanyl was discovered during “coordinated traffic stops” in the Midlands.

“This was enough to kill the state of South Carolina, every citizen here, seven times. That should scare everyone,” U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling said in an interview.

Federal prosecutors said authorities recently made what’s believed to be a historic fentanyl bust in South Carolina.

07/24/2025

Brothers indicted after largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina history, DOJ says

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WBTV) - Two brothers were indicted Tuesday after what was believed to be the largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina history, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

In total, officials seized 156 pounds of fentanyl and 44 pounds of methamphetamine during the historic bust.

“This isn’t just a drug bust; it’s a life-saving intervention on an unprecedented scale for our state,” said U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling for the District of South Carolina.

07/24/2025

Brothers indicted after largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina history, DOJ says

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WBTV) - Two brothers were indicted Tuesday after what was believed to be the largest fentanyl seizure in South Carolina history, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

In total, officials seized 156 pounds of fentanyl and 44 pounds of methamphetamine during the historic bust.

“This isn’t just a drug bust; it’s a life-saving intervention on an unprecedented scale for our state,” said U.S. Attorney Bryan Stirling for the District of South Carolina.

The drug bust reportedly happened on Tuesday, July 1, during traffic stops in Lexington and Richland counties.

07/23/2025

Aug 21 is National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.
Our billboard will be on Hwy 291 (Pleasantburg Dr) and Tower Dr

To help bring awareness to this poison and killer of hundreds and thousands, come hang out with us for good music, food, door prizes and Silent Auction at
Kelsie’s Cause 2nd Annual Fentanyl Awareness Fundraiser Aug 15 Warehouse at Vaughn’s

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07/21/2025

Check out this beautiful Mary Kay basket donated to the Silent Auction for Kelsie’s Cause, Fentanyl Facts, Truths, Awareness 2nd Annual fundraiser Aug 15, 6-10
A lot more to see
Come out for fun, live music, food, door prizes, a good cause

07/18/2025

Hidden compartment leads deputies to largest fentanyl bust in Rutherford County history

A search warrant was obtained and authorities returned. During the search, investigators found a hidden compartment behind a wall containing the following items:

668 grams of fentanyl (1.4 pounds)
1.7 grams of ma*****na
1.2 grams of methamphetamine
2 fi****ms
Digital scales and drug paraphernalia
$1,137
Multiple Venmo and CashApp cards used in suspected transactions
Authorities said fentanyl is typically sold in “points,” or tenths of a gram. The amount recovered could equate to approximately 6,684 individual doses, which is enough to impact thousands of lives in the community.

According to deputies, this is the largest single seizure of pure fentanyl ever recorded by the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office.
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