Now that summer has officially arrived, lots of parents and kids will be spending more time outdoors. Whether by the pool, on the lake, at the park, or just hanging out in the backyard, it’s important to remember to put safety first. Swimming Drowning is…
Sadly, one does not have to look far to find a story of a parent or caregiver who accidentally left a child in a hot car. When 11-year-old, Andrew Pelham of Nashville read about a baby in his hometown that died after being left inside…
Did you know that a typical lightning flash is about 300 million volts and about 30,000 amps? By comparison, a household current is 120 volts and 15 amps. Lightning is one of the nation’s deadliest weather phenomena, ranking #2 behind floods. According to the National…
Today was going to be a great day! My wife and I were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. The day began with a family photo – the kids and grandkids; the perfect canvas for over the fireplace. Then, you took it all away. Today was the day you…
The Michigan Legislature recently approved a bill that will further limit consumer rights against insurance companies. The State legislature can’t pass a bill to fix our winter damaged roads, but they find the time to pass this!? Here is a “fictional,” but not far from…
I had a rough night! I forced myself upright, out of bed, as the alarm blared in the background. Still, I know this will be a great day, Birds are singing and the sun is shining. I take a shower and get dressed. Looking at…
A recent high school graduate described by his school as the “Best and Brightest” drowned Tuesday afternoon in southern Lake Huron when he was reportedly separated from his inflatable raft about 200 yards from the shoreline. The Sanilac County Sheriff’s Office received a call around…
If you are unfamiliar with the incident, crew members for the film Midnight Rider were set up on a railroad trestle near Jessup, Georgia when a train unexpectedly crossed the bridge killing camera assistant Sarah Jones and injuring several others. Nearly four months later, the tragedy continues…
Experience counts when it comes to safe driving. Passing a driver’s test alone does not mean that a young driver is “experienced”. Teen drivers are very cautious behind the wheel when they first begin to drive, but as time goes on many engage in potentially…
Are you one of the thousands of families across the country that holds a garage sale in hopes of making a few extra bucks? If so, you may want to check your inventory before putting it out; you could be passing on a danger to…
As school is coming to a close and more teen drivers will be on the roadways, let this summer 2013 tragic accident serve as a reminder to always buckle up. Shortly after midnight, a 17-year-old was travelling at a high rate of speed when he…
Consumer use of mobile devices has changed the way we behave. Although much emphasis has focused on drivers, there is growing evidence that pedestrians are increasingly at risk. Texting, emailing, talking on the phone, listening to music, and playing video games while walking can, and…
