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Mother's Grief Fuels Fight Against Kratom Sales

5/1/2025

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Cari Scribner of Ballston Spa is on a mission to raise awareness about the dangers of kratom, following the tragic death of her son, Nickolas, who used it for anxiety and depression. Fueled by grief, she organized a protest against local kratom sales and is working with Assemblymember Mary Beth Walsh to push for stricter regulations on this controversial substance.

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Story summary

Cari Scribner of Ballston Spa is on a mission to raise awareness about the dangers of kratom, following the tragic death of her son, Nickolas, who used it for anxiety and depression. Fueled by grief, she organized a protest against local kratom sales and is working with Assemblymember Mary Beth Walsh to push for stricter regulations on this controversial substance.