Drinking and driving puts everyone at risk—the driver, vehicle passenger, and everyone else on the road. We’ve all heard horror stories of accidents that involved multiple fatalities that were triggered by drinking and driving. In fact, the National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence estimates that 32% of fatal car accidents involve an intoxicated driver […]
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Ripley County!
Fireworks will be lighting up the sky this weekend in celebration of the Fourth of July. Don’t miss these activities and fireworks displays in Ripley County this July: Ripley County Chamber Night Out/Fireworks: Crafts, food booths, and live music, followed by fireworks at dusk on Friday, July 4, 2014. Located at Ripley County Fairgrounds, 524 […]
How to Drive Safely While Hauling a Trailer
You may find yourself hauling a boat, camper, horse trailer, or similar object this summer. Since hauling a trailer puts you and those around you at a higher risk if an accident should occur, it’s important to remember some general tips for maintaining safety while trailering. Practice Makes Perfect Spend some time practicing driving with […]
Stay Safe While Biking This Summer
Summer’s hot days and long evenings make it a great time for bicycling. Bicycling is a great physical activity and can be a lot of fun, but it’s important to remember some key safety information. Wear Your Helmet Always wear a helmet when bicycling to help prevent head injuries. Young children or those new to […]
Towing Safety Tips
As the weather gets warmer, it’s a good time to review towing safety. Whether you’re towing a boat, camper, horse trailer, ATV, tractor, or anything else on a trailer, there are some basics that should be considered. Drivers are held responsible for damage caused due to failure to maintain equipment or improper trailering, so it […]
