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Bradford Health Services, a behavioral health provider, has appointed its first-ever president, according to an exclusive report. The move signals a leadership restructuring at the company, which operates addiction treatment and recovery services. Industry observers see the creation of the role as a step toward scaling operations in the growing behavioral health sector, though further details of the appointment and the appointee's background were not included in the available coverage.

New York State Comptroller's Office has released a report finding that mobile sports gambling revenue and participation continue to climb, alongside growing problems tied to gambling addiction and consumer protections. The report highlights the rapid expansion of online sports betting since legalization and raises questions about whether state oversight and support services have kept pace with the industry's growth.

The Richland County Mental Health & Recovery Services Board in Ohio has selected Aubrie Hall as its new executive director. The appointment was announced by local outlet Richland Source. Hall will lead the county agency responsible for mental health and addiction recovery services, taking over as the board continues its work in the region.

Counties receiving funds from national opioid settlements are leaning toward pooling resources and spending the money through a regional approach rather than individually. The discussion, reported by Nebraska Public Media and the Flatwater Free Press, centers on how local governments can maximize the impact of settlement dollars for addiction treatment, prevention and recovery services across multiple counties.

South Korean actor Lee Kwang-soo is reported to be an avid user of Bubble, the paid fan-messaging platform popular with K-pop stars, and his enthusiasm is said to be drawing other celebrities to the service. The Chosun Ilbo highlighted his so-called Bubble addiction, a detail that has amused fans. Little further detail is available beyond the report itself.

Wagner has joined the Mahoning County Mental Health and Recovery Board, according to a report from the Youngstown-area business press. The appointment adds a new member to the county board that oversees mental health and addiction recovery services in the Mahoning Valley. Details about Wagner's background and term were not provided in the report.