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Fireworks: Lighting a Dangerous Fuse
The Fourth of July rings in a day of patriotism and pride. There will be barbeques and picnics, parades and festivals followed by fabulous fireworks displays in towns and cities across the nation. If you are lucky enough to live in or be in Seattle or Minneapolis, you...
Hero of the Month: June 2016
Name: Wendy R. Occupation: Law Enforcement Years of Service: 19 State: CA What made you want to be in Law Enforcement? “A Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s deputy came and spoke at my high school for a youth law class I took, and I decided that I wanted to be in law...
Beware of Scams and Frauds After Disasters
Are you prepared for hurricanes, tornadoes and fires? If your home was threatened would you know what to do? This is the season and at the very least, all of us should: Prepare an emergency kit Have a family evacuation and communications plan Stay Informed via the...
Could Having Tattoos Jeopardize Your Career in Law Enforcement?
Are you thinking about joining law enforcement? Are you thinking about getting a tattoo? You need to consider the implications of a tattoo if you are contemplating a career in law enforcement. While some departments are getting more lenient about exposed tattoos,...
A Teacher’s Guide to Beating the Summertime Blues
School may be out for summer, but it’s not necessarily vacation time for educators. Sure, who wouldn’t want three months to relax and catch a break? Unfortunately for many, that isn’t the case. The Gates Foundation finds that about a third of teachers across the U.S....
3 Easy Tips to Protect Your Car From Pothole Damage
It’s the season for potholes. I don’t know about your city, but I nearly broke a tooth after hitting a neck jarring pothole last week. The impact left a noticeable pull to the left to my steering. It could be worse; a friend bent the rim on his car after hitting a...
10 Hacks to Save Money for Your Wedding
Your budget may already be on life support if you are getting married. The average cost of a wedding in the United States is now over $30,000 and climbing. I cringe to think of what tying the knot will cost when my daughter finally meets the man of her dreams and...
3 Secrets to Self-Improvement by Viewing Art
As a member of law enforcement, you face complicated situations every day. You’re trained to be aware of your environment and surroundings. But, have you ever thought about ways to enhance your attention to detail? What about studying art? What connection does art...
California Remains the “Hot Spot” for Car Theft
The annual list of cities with the most stolen cars has bad news for drivers in the Golden State. California has the dubious honor of taking eight of the top 10 spots for stolen vehicles in the National Insurance Crime Bureau’s (NICB) 2015 Hot Spots report. Motorists...
$1,000 Award to Help Kansas Nurse Re-Energize
The contest was created to thank nurses for the long hours they put in offering comfort and healing to patients and families. Winners can use the $1,000 prize any way they wish: hitting the town in a rented limousine, hosting a party, or taking a relaxing day at the...