Staff Report / StCharles

**St. Charles Police Department Encourages Safe Driving Among Teens**

The St. Charles Police Department has released a second safety tip as part of its "Street Smarts for Student Safety" initiative, emphasizing the importance of clear minds for safe driving. According to reports from the department, driving under the influence is a significant factor in fatal and serious injury crashes within the St. Louis region, contributing to 11% of such incidents.

The department encourages parents and guardians to teach young drivers the importance of driving sober and focused to help reduce the risk of accidents. The initiative aims to create awareness around the dangers of impaired driving.

The community is invited to share recommendations for teens who might encounter peer pressure to drive while intoxicated. For additional resources on roadway safety, residents can visit ewgateway.org/gtsr.

Source: St. Charles Police Department

Source Type: Police

Source Location:

St Charles, MO

1781 Zumbehl Rd, St. Charles, MO

https://www.facebook.com/372600678693865/posts/523163946970870

Revolutionary War Conference Highlights Western Battles' Importance

Historians to discuss the Revolutionary War's western battles at a conference in Missouri.

Police Department Hosts Community Walk and Talk Event

St. Charles County Police to host "Walk & Talk" for community engagement on September 12.

Fire Rehab Team Prepares Vehicle for New Branding

St. Charles County Fire Rehab volunteers prepared their vehicle for new branding, requesting no fires temporarily.

Police Department Thanks Elks Lodge for 9/11 Lunch

Police Department thanks O'Fallon Elks Lodge for a successful Hometown Heroes 9/11 lunch event.

Emergency Preparedness Academy Launches in St. Charles County

First session of Emergency Preparedness Citizen Academy held, featuring insights on severe weather collaboration.

St. Charles County Job Fair Set for October 2

St. Charles County Job Fair on October 2 offers onsite applications for government positions.

St. Charles County Police Department Welcomes New Officers

Three new officers were sworn in by Judge McDonough at the St. Charles County Police Department.

Stay Focused: Combat Distracted Driving Risks

Distracted driving poses significant risks; stay focused to ensure roadway safety, share tips.

Safe Medication Disposal Event on October 26

DEA National Prescription Drug Takeback event on October 26 for safe medication disposal.

Bend-La Pine Schools thank local health providers

Bend-La Pine Schools in Bend, Oregon, thanked St. Charles Health System, Central Oregon Pediatric Associates, Mosaic Community Health and Summit Health for this reminder.