America turns 250 this weekend! If there’s one thing that Americans love, it’s finding excuses to drink and party. As nice as it is to spend time with friends and family, it’s even more important to be responsible and make smart choices. This is especially the case when alcohol and fireworks are mixed. And boy, will there be a lot of mixing this weekend.
The country only turns 250 once, which means you shouldn’t be surprised if this year sees a higher-than-normal rate of drunk driving arrests and trips to the ER.
This is why Lubbock police, along with the Texas Department of Public Safety, are urging citizens to be safe when the drinks start flowing and the fireworks start popping.
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