STATESVILLE, N.C. (WHKY) — The ninth annual Iredell County Walk for Recovery will bring families, treatment providers and community groups together September 19 at South Iredell High School.

The free event celebrates recovery from substance use and mental illness during National Recovery Month. Three speakers and several community leaders are scheduled to take part.

Activities include music, health screenings, touch-a-truck displays, fitness demonstrations, face painting, art, games, crafts and a recovery walk featuring hot-air balloons. A free hot-dog dinner and treats will also be available.

The program runs from 3 to 6 p.m. in the school gym at 299 Old Mountain Road in Statesville. Information is available at iredellwalkforrecovery.org. Anyone needing immediate behavioral-health crisis assistance may call or text 988.