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Don't Text & Drive!

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A new law went into effect August 28, 2009 making it an offense for drivers age 21 and under to text and drive.  It comes with it a $200 fine and points assessed.  And it's unsafe!

Thank you to the MSHP, local law enforcement, state legislators and the schools for showing support during press conferences! (Pictures below)

Hannibal High School students paint the "Buckle Up" stencil on their parking lot.

Principal Ryan Sharkey and Supt. Jill Janes accept the Don't Text & Drive signs from Highway Safety Director Leanna DePue (middle).

Palmyra Principal Kevin Hillman and students admire their "Buckle Up" painting.

Palmyra City Police Chief Ed Bogue shares the importance of young driver safety during the press conference.

Tana Akright, MoDOT community relations, presents the Knox Co. High School principal with the Don't Text & Drive sign.

Knox County students carefully line the stencil up to paint.

The entire group of participants (students, teachers, principal, football players, FFA, FCCLA, basketball players!) at the press conference at South Shelby High School.  Special thanks to Sgt. Brent Bernhardt with the MSHP, Senator Wes Shoemeyer, and Rep. Tom Shively for coming out and showing their support.  Students painted the "Buckle Up" stencil on their parking lot during the press conference.

 

 

 

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