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July 29, 2022

Impaired Driving Unit

Our final unit, impaired driving, kicks off April 1. Promise to always drive sober and start the conversation about not driving impaired.

Article by Andrea Chacon / drive sober, impaired driving

July 29, 2022

Halloween Impaired Driving Focus

Remember, buzzed driving is drunk driving. Celebrate Halloween responsibly!

Article by Andrea Chacon / impaired driving, nhtsa Leave a Comment

July 29, 2022

Red Ribbon Week 2022

Celebrate Life. Drug Free. Especially behind the wheel. Speak up for your safety this week and every week!

Article by Andrea Chacon / impaired driving, red ribbon week Leave a Comment

December 18, 2018

Naughty Drivers Drive Impaired

Naughty or Nice

By Maddie Graham December is in full swing, which means the holidays are here! This is a time for joy, giving and spending time with friends and family. However, December […]

Article by Gabriella Medina / News / alcohol, drugged driving, impaired driving Leave a Comment

April 11, 2017

Prom for Prom, Not for Drinking and Driving

Prom is a night you won’t forget (trust me) – from your wardrobe, to letting loose on the dance floor – the memories made this night will last you a […]

Article by Gabriella Medina / News / drinking and driving, impaired driving, prom

January 30, 2013

Texas high school seniors drive high more than they drive drunk

New Texas data show that the number of high school seniors driving high on drugs now exceeds the number driving after drinking.

Article by Stacey Tisdale / News / drinking and driving, drunk driving, high driving, impaired driving 4 Comments

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