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January 3, 2012

New Year, New Legislation

Amidst the parties and celebrations, many Tennesseans may not have realized that the new calendar year brought with it some major changes in state law. The largest of these changes requires Tennesseans to present a photo identification card in order to vote. This controversial ordinance also requires the state to (...) MORE

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August 4, 2011

Foley Man Killed in Accident

One man was killed and another two injured in a tragic accident occurring on emile outside of Foley on Wednesday, July 13, 2011. Fredrick O. Barlow, aged forty-seven and of Foley, Alabama, was killed when his 1991 Pontiac Bonneville left the roadway and struck a utility pole. Investigators arrived pronouncing (...) MORE

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June 28, 2011

Motorcycle Collides with Big Rig

In the grand scheme of all that inhabits the road, most would probably agree that motorcycles are by far the most vulnerable vehicle. Most would also contend that motorcyclists as well as those who share the road with them should exercise extreme caution. Thus, the idea of a lackadaisical meeting (...) MORE

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June 2, 2011

Vacationing High Schoolers Killed in Auto Accident

A tragic accident occurring just twenty-five miles north of Montgomery shatters the lives of many, shocking a small southern community and beyond. On March 27, 2011, a three collision occurring in central Alabama claimed the lives of four Indiana teens and a local resident. Alexx Bauer, Matthew Roe, Evan Weaver, (...) MORE

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June 4, 2010

Motorcycle Statistics Show Rise in Fatal Accidents

Since the foundation of the Tennessee Highway Patrol in 1929, thirty-eight troopers have fallen in the line of duty. Of these thirty-eight, over a third lost their lives in motorcycle accidents. Each year, approximately 135 Tennesseans are involved in fatal motorcycle wrecks. Surprisingly enough, all but a handful were wearing (...) MORE

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January 30, 2010

TOYOTA-CAR CRASH-UNINTENDED ACCELERATION

Toyota Motor Corp. announced a suspension in sales of eight of its top selling models linked to Unintended Acceleration. The company first recalled more than 4 million vehicles, blaming the problem on defective floor mats. More vehicle crashes resulted in a recall of nearly 3 million additional vehicles, with Toyota (...) MORE

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January 29, 2010

CAR CRASHES-DRIVING ON SNOW AND ICE

Driving on snow and ice can be extremely dangerous. Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three to four times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you. Brake gently to avoid skidding. Keep your lights (...) MORE

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