Celebrations frequently involve entertaining guests or heading out for nights on the town to enjoy the company of others. Often food and beverages are part of the fun, and that includes alcoholic beverages, which may flow a little more readily during festive occasions.
In 2023, almost 41% of fatalities on Michigan roadways involved alcohol and/or drugs. In Michigan during 2023, there were 8,817 alcohol-involved crashes, with 297 fatalities, and
2,250 drug-involved crashes, with 256 fatalities, according to the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute.
To help keep all roadway users safe during the winter holidays, expanded enforcement will be in place, with increased patrols
from Dec. 11 to Jan. 1 and zero tolerance for those who drive impaired.
From 2019 to 2023, there were 30 people killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes in Michigan during the holiday periods. Thirteen of the 30 people killed — 43.3% — were in crashes that involved alcohol or drug impairment. It’s perfectly alright to have fun in social situations. However, that fun should involve responsible behavior, particularly when consuming alcohol.
There are many reasons why wonderful pets like Petey end up in shelters. Often their owners are unable to care for them due to housing restrictions or loss of a job. You can make a difference by opening up your home to a pet or by donating time, money or pet supplies to an animal rescue. Visit a shelter or rescue, meet your new best friend. Please do it for the animals. Give them a “furever” home. You won’t be sorry.
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