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Road safety important topic to revisit

I would like to continue this week’s article with information from the 20th annual Traffic Safety Summit. Since spring is here, I always use this opportunity ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, April 2, 2015 8:00 am

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All about community service

“On my way to a meeting at Whirlpool in St. Joseph yesterday, I had a tire blow out on I-94 at about 10:45 a.m. or ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, March 19, 2015 9:21 am

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How to stay safe on the internet

A theme for the month of March is internet safety awareness. Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, March 12, 2015 11:30 am

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Weighing in on students’ questions

Students at Brandywine Middle/High School recently asked me the following questions. To ask a question, please email or call me using the contact information in ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, March 5, 2015 9:30 am

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Offering women the tool of self-defense

“Women must not depend on the protection of a man but must be taught to defend herself.” Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, February 26, 2015 9:30 am

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How to prevent identity theft at tax time

Identity theft happens when someone steals your personal information and uses it without your permission. It is a serious crime that can wreak havoc with ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, February 12, 2015 8:00 am

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Service trooper provides winter weather tips

The Michigan State Police is monitoring the storm. No local emergency operations centers have been activated. MSP advises people to stay indoors and not travel ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, February 5, 2015 8:56 am

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Ramping up church security

“Any property or facility owned or operated by a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other place of worship, unless the presiding official or officials allow ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, January 29, 2015 8:00 am

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Teaching stranger danger

Last week, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and AMBER Alert announced a partnership with Facebook to push AMBER Alerts into the newsfeeds ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, January 22, 2015 8:00 am

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Are you asking the right questions?

Does this sound suspicious to you? Was there a kidnapping or human trafficking issue happening? Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, January 15, 2015 10:17 am

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Learn first aid for your pets, too

This is the last article for 2014 and that means the last Do 1 Thing tip. It has been a very informative year with this ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Friday, December 26, 2014 8:00 am

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Make your own first-aid kit

I hope you have been considering the Do 1 Thing tips this year as we wrap up the monthly tips. These are only tips but they ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, December 18, 2014 8:00 am

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Using first aid at home

The last month of Do 1 Thing is finishing with first aid. This week’s tip is First Aid: Know what to do while waiting for ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, December 11, 2014 8:00 am

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Stay safe this shopping season

With a new month comes a new Do 1 Thing tip. This month we will be focusing on first aid. An emergency can happen at ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, December 4, 2014 8:13 am

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Stash some cash in case of emergency

The final Do 1 Thing tip for November concerns Emergency Supplies: Stash some cash in case ATMs and credit card machines are not usable in ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Wednesday, November 26, 2014 8:25 am

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Be prepared on the go

This week’s Do 1 thing tip continues with Emergency Supplies: Create an emergency supply kit for your pet, your car, and your workplace or school. ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Friday, November 21, 2014 9:26 am

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Be prepared on the go

This week’s Do 1 thing tip continues with Emergency Supplies: Create an emergency supply kit for your pet, your car, and your workplace or school. ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, November 20, 2014 6:58 pm

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Learning to deal with mental health issues

This week’s article is being written and sent from Troy, Michigan. I am attending instructor training for Youth Mental Health First Aid USA. This training ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, November 13, 2014 8:39 am

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Learning to deal with mental health issues

This week’s article is being written and sent from Troy, Michigan. I am attending instructor training for Youth Mental Health First Aid USA. This training ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, November 13, 2014 8:35 am

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Be safe while hunting

November brings us a new Do 1 Thing tip. This month we will discuss emergency supplies. Our goal is to remember important items that may ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, November 6, 2014 8:40 am

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Tips for a safe and fun trick-or-treat

H alloween is this Friday, but before you head out with your kids to trick or treat, Michigan State Police have a few reminders to ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, October 30, 2014 8:00 am

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Tips for a safe trick-or-treat

Halloween is this Friday, but before you head out with your kids to trick or treat, Michigan State Police have a few reminders to keep ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Wednesday, October 29, 2014 5:58 pm

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Prepare for power outages

Are you prepared? I know my power flickered recently and made me think about this week’s tip from Do 1 Thing. Power: Acquire and learn ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, October 16, 2014 8:53 am

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MSP collects 500 pounds of drugs statewide

Last week the Michigan State Police (MSP) announced that 515.7 pounds of prescription drugs were collected at MSP posts across the state during National Prescription ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, October 9, 2014 9:06 am

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Be prepared for power outages

October brings a new theme for Do 1 Thing. This month we will be focusing on power. Our goal is to be able to safely ... Read more

by Rob Herbstreith, Thursday, October 2, 2014 9:06 am

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