A lawsuit which claims that several drug manufacturers are at least partially responsible for the opioid epidemic throughout the United States. Now, it seems Laclede County is considering joining the suit. Presiding Commissioner Randy Angst said they have been contacted by the Attorney General’s Office…

Counties in Missouri are being asked if they want to sign on for the class action lawsuit, and Angst said counties might not be able to receive funds if they don’t join the suit.