Public Safety Announces DUI Crackdown
Recently, the South Carolina Department of Public Safety announced their plan statewide to crackdown on impaired driving this summer—specifically, DUI offenses. SCDPS launched the “Sober or Slammer!” campaign on August…
In the Zone–the Danger Zone
As you hit the roads this morning, it is impossible to ignore the horrible school traffic! When heavy traffic and slow school buses seem like a frustration, it’s easy to…
Distracted Driving–Not Just Texting
Distracted driving is among the biggest causes of fatal crashes in the United States today. While texting and driving is one of the most dangerous causes of driver distraction, it’s…
South Carolina Driving: 13 Laws You've Probably Never Heard Of
Although it seems anyone with a driver’s license should be aware of basic traffic laws, there are some laws that aren’t as obvious. Traffic laws vary from state to state,…
South Carolina Seeking New Input on Boater Regulations
With the population of South Carolina on the rise, the amount of boaters hitting the water is also increasing. You may be wondering, how does that affect me? South Carolina has…
SC Daycare Linked to E. Coli Outbreak
Just this week, DHEC released news that an outbreak of E. coli had been linked to The Learning Vine Daycare in Greenwood, SC. Currently, 7 children have been confirmed to…
SC Ranks 50 in Safest States to Live
Recently, Wallet Hub released a “safety” list that ranked each state in order of safest to least safe. They reviewed many areas and factors to determine who would rank where…
100 Deadly Days of Summer
Unfortunately, it’s that time again. The 100 Deadly Days of Summer is in full effect. Police officers have already seen an increase in highway deaths this year compared to last…
Check that Mirror!
Last year brought heartache in the news as we read story after story of children being left in vehicles as temperatures rose. Unfortunately, as summer approaches once again, the risk…
Beep Beep! Moped Accidents on the Rise in SC
Moped related accidents have dramatically increased in the tri-county area within the last couple of months. Not only is this increase alarming, it’s actually responsible for four deaths in March…
South Carolina Highway Patrol Working to Achieve Target Zero in 2015
Unfortunately, highway fatalities were up last year in South Carolina, with 807 traffic deaths. South Carolina Highway Patrol is hoping to decrease that number to zero in 2015, with the…
Helpful Tips for Holiday Travel
Everyone knows holiday travel can be incredibly stressful, especially when there are long delays and unexpected obstacles. Whether you are traveling by plane or car, you can expect more delays, cancellations, road closings, accidents,…
Holiday Health and Safety Tips
The holiday season provides a wonderful opportunity to spend with friends and family, celebrate the season, and start planning for the new year. It's also a great time to reconsider…
13 Tips for a Safe and Happy Halloween!
Halloween is just around the corner. Children and adults will be dressing up in costumes, trick-or-treating, attending parties, and probably driving around late at night. While the holiday calls for…
Labor Day Safety Tips
Though the weather in Charleston doesn’t say so, the summer is coming to an end. This coming Monday is Labor Day, and many families will be gathering together over the…
Keep Your Head Straight When Playing Fall Sports
School has begun again for most Lowcountry kids, and that means youth sports are back in full swing. For all the benefits sports provide – exercise, camaraderie, life lessons –…
Back-to-School Traffic Safety Tips to Protect Your Kids
Back-to-school season is a busy time for everyone. As the end of the summer draws near, families are already planning for the upcoming school year; buying supplies, figuring out schedules,…
Motorcycle Safety Tips
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, deaths caused by motorcycle accidents have increased by 55% since 2000. In 2010 alone, motorcycle crashes killed over 4,500 people. Preventing…