River Cities Tribune & Register
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WV News) — Point Pleasant High School in Mason County has taken first place in the West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Administration’s (WVABCA) 12th annual NO School Spirits PSA contest, a statewide competition aimed at preventing underage drinking.
Nearly 350 students from 29 schools across West Virginia participated in this year’s contest, submitting 51 public service announcement (PSA) videos that highlight the dangers of underage alcohol consumption. The student-created videos addressed topics such as drinking and driving, alcohol poisoning, violence, and the impact of alcohol on academics and athletics.
WVABCA Commissioner Fred Wooton emphasized the importance of engaging young people in efforts to prevent underage drinking. “Involving our youth in a program to prevent underage drinking can be an effective tool to save lives,” Wooton said. “If we save just one life, the program is well worth it.”
Point Pleasant High School won the top prize of $5,000, and its PSA will be aired on social media, television, and radio stations during the 2025 prom and graduation season to raise awareness about underage drinking.