iPhone’s New “Do Not Disturb While Driving” Feature Quiets Driver Distractions Among the many new features of Apple’s new operating system iOS11, set to launch in Fall 2017, the “Do Not Disturb While Driving” feature will allow drivers to automatically silence calls, alerts, and notifications and keep driving distractions minimal. Developers say they are hopeful... read more
Is Drug Impaired Driving The New Drunk Driving? Since the purpose of any drug is to alter to treat a physical or mental condition, medical experts have agreed that most drugs will impair common tasks, including driving a motor vehicle. But even with warning labels like, “Do not drive when taking these medicines,” many people... read more
Without Proper Training, ATVs Can Be Dangerous and Deadly Kentucky has miles of ATV (All-Terrain Vehicles) trails, calling fast riding enthusiasts from all parts of the state to enjoy a thrilling ride on nearly any kind of terrain. ATVs are intended for off–road use only, and mostly used as recreational vehicles to experience the outdoors but... read more
Get Your Kids To School Safely With These Tips Many Kentucky students have started their school year and no matter what method of transportation they may take to get them to and from school, we have gathered a list of travel suggestions to help you all arrive safely. If your child gets dropped off at... read more
Firearms and Home Fires Knock Down Kentucky’s State of Safety Report Scores Although Kentucky ranked overall in the No. 16 slot on the National Safety Council’s annual State-of-Safety Report, the summary concluded that the Commonwealth state has two main areas to improve on when it comes to home and community safety areas out of the... read more
Summer Months Fuel Parties, Festivals, and Drunk Driving Accidents As we carry on into the beautiful summer months the bluegrass state has to offer, we still have weeks ahead of us for camping, road trips, weekend vacations, motorcycle rides, backyard barbecues and plenty of seasonal festivals. The American Automobile Association projects a record 37.5 million... read more
Federal Investigation Cites Inadequate Safety Guards Caused Kentucky Miner’s Death After months of investigating, the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) released the report on Ray Hatfield Jr.’s January 26th mining-related death. Hatfield was killed when his clothing got caught up within a roller shaft while he was shoveling loose coal from under the... read more
Chain-Reaction Crash At I-65 Construction Zone Kills Four Reports of a chain-reaction crash involving four vehicles says that six people were killed recently on a busy Kentucky Interstate. The crash involved two vehicles and two tractor-trailers amongst a pile up of construction zone traffic on Interstate 65 near Bowling Green. The highway currently narrows from... read more
Fatalities Among Motorcycle Drivers and Passengers Remain High The summer sunshine and warmer weather typically means more motorcycles are on the roads, but that also means more motorcycle crashes for Kentucky riders. Kentucky’s Commission on Motorcycle Education and Safety has reported a rise in injuries and deaths related to the more than 2,000 motorcycle accidents... read more
Kentucky Hits The Bottom in AARP Report Card For Long-Term Care Services A national review from AARP ranked Kentucky at the bottom of the scorecard when it comes to providing long-term services and support for seniors and people with disabilities. Kentucky is ranked 50th (neighboring Indiana is listed dead last) reporting that the state is... read more
