Drive at safe speeds and you won’t find flashing lights in your rear-view mirror. Clay County Law Enforcement Agencies are conducting increased speed patrols July 6th through July 21st to combat a deadly cause of traffic crashes. The special “speed week” enforcement and education effort is coordinated by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety.
Unsafe and illegal speed is the most commonly reported contributing factor in fatal crashes. From 2010–2012, speed was a contributing factor in 1 fatality in Clay County and 243 traffic deaths statewide.
“As drivers, we can’t put our schedules ahead of other motorists’ safety,” says Moorhead Police Lt. Deric Swenson. “Running late or being in a hurry are not excuses to speed and put other drivers at risk.”
Law Enforcement cites these dangers of speeding:
Greater potential for loss of vehicle control.
Increased stopping distance.
Less time available for driver response for crash avoidance.
Increased crash severity leading to more numerous and severe injuries.
Law Enforcement reports that a motorist traveling at 65 miles per hour compared to 55 mph will save only 1 minute and 41 seconds on a 10 mile trip.
Clay County Law Enforcement Agencies are conducting “speed weeks” — extra speed enforcement and education efforts — through Sept. 30, 2013, as part of the Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety Toward Zero Deaths traffic safety initiative. A primary vision of the TZD program is to create a safe driving culture in Minnesota in which motorists support a goal of zero road fatalities by practicing and promoting safe and smart driving behavior. TZD focuses on the application of four strategic areas to reduce crashes — education, enforcement, engineering and emergency trauma response.
PUBS AT THE LAKES
Pubs At The Lakes is an art opening and fundraiser for the Humane Society of the Lakes, Detroit Lakes. The opening is on July 18th, 2013 from 6pm to 9pm at the Holiday Inn, Detroit Lakes, MN. The featured artist is KIM JORE featuring watercolors of Pubs within the lakes area and F/M.
There will be live music by Mike Holtz, formerly of Carmen and the Cactus, food and drinks . Donations will be accepted through Labor Day. Prints can be ordered on line at riverzen.com or riverzenart@gmail.com
Farm Rescue Launches Concert Series Featuring Jason Brown
Farm Rescue and Jason Brown partner to help farm families and rural communities
JAMESTOWN, N.D, July 8, 2013 - Farm Rescue, a nonprofit organization that provides planting and harvesting assistance free of charge to farm families who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster, is proud to feature country music artist Jason Brown in newly formed Farm Rescue concert series.
“We are pleased to feature Jason Brown in the 2013 Farm Rescue concert series,” said Bill Gross, Founder and President of Farm Rescue. “The music concerts will help raise awareness of the assistance we provide and establish an enjoyable activity for all ages to support our mission of helping farm families experiencing unexpected crises.” Visit www.farmrescue.org/concert to obtain tickets.
“Teaming up with Farm Rescue is such an honor because of who they are and what they stand for,” said Jason Brown. “Sponsors and volunteers working selflessly to combine resources in a farmer’s time of need is priceless. I’m very humbled to be able to use my music to bring awareness to the backbone of America – our farmers.”
About Farm Rescue
Farm Rescue was founded in 2006 and has helped more than 230 families since its inception. The organization’s mission is to help farmers who have experienced a major illness, injury, or natural disaster by providing the necessary equipment and manpower to plant or harvest their crop. Farm Rescue helps farm families in North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana, Minnesota, and Iowa. Applications for assistance are currently being accepted for the 2013 harvest season.
About Jason Brown
Jason Brown started singing at the age of four and has yet to quit. Born in Pella, IA, Jason started singing in local churches, and his love of hymns and traditional country songs was born. After touring with his church youth group and then touring the Midwest fair circuit, Jason fronted his first band and throughout the years, fronted additional bands. It was during this time that the next step was taken and his album, “DREAM”, was released. In 2013, he began building the foundation of his debut project as a way to combine his vocal and musical excellence to proclaim a love of all things Midwest. To learn more, visitwww.jasonbrowncountry.com.
Concert Schedule is as follows:
IOWA: Monday, July 15 at 8:00pm at the Southern Iowa Fairgrounds Grandstands in Oskaloosa, IA
MINNESOTA: Friday, August 23 at 7:00pm at the Clay County Fair Grandstands in Barnesville, MN
Visit www.farmrescue.org/concert to obtain tickets.
“Cherries for Charity”
The 31st annual Cherries for Charity event will be held at all six Hornbacher’s locations in Fargo-Moorhead beginning Wednesday, July 10 through Tuesday, July 16. Hornbacher’s and the Fargo-Moorhead Cosmopolitan Club will direct proceeds from the sales of cherries to the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center and the YWCA Cass Clay. In 1982, the F-M Cosmopolitan Club started Cherries for Charity and, in 1984, partnered with Hornbacher’s to achieve its present-day look. This year, Hornbacher’s will double their donation to 50 cents per pound of Washington Bing Cherries sold. Cherries for Charity has raised over $289,000 for the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center and the YWCA Cass Clay – equivalent to over 1.1 million pounds of cherries.
Kids and Teens Wanted for Library’s Talent Show
FARGO, N.D. – Do you juggle, do magic tricks, play an instrument, dance, sing, or do gymnastics? Perhaps you have another talent you would like to show off to the community? Area kids and teens with a competitive spirit can show off their talents at the Fargo Public Library’s “Hit the Big Time Talent Show”; and now is the time for contestants to secure their spots. Geared for kids in grades 1 through 12, the talent show is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the downtown Main Library. Performers will be judged on quality and presentation, with prizes awarded for various age categories.
All types of talents are welcome, but participants must register by July 12. For details or to sign up to be part of the “Hit the Big Time Talent Show”, contact Children’s Services at (701) 241-1495.
Fargo Public Library events are free and open to the public; adults must accompany children ages 9 and under. For more information regarding the Fargo Public Library’s Summer Reading Program and a complete list of upcoming events, visit the library’s website, www.fargolibrary.org.
People with disabilities who plan to attend Fargo Public Library events and need special accommodations should contact Beth Postema at 701-241-8198.