State Police Release Results

Illinois State Police District 19

Announces Roadside Safety Check Results

Carmi, IL – Illinois State Police (ISP) District 19 announced the results of a Roadside Safety Check (RSC) held during the late evening hours of Saturday, 06/15/13, and early morning hours of Sunday, 06/16/13.  The detail was conducted at the intersection of Illinois Route 1 and Illinois Route 13 (Gallatin County) by ISP District 19 officers.  

Alcohol is involved in over 40 percent of fatal crashes in Illinois.  RSCs are designed to remove alcohol-impaired drivers, however, when other violations are observed such as driving with a suspended or revoked license, operating a vehicle without a valid registration or insurance, or safety belt violations, enforcement action may be taken. 

A total of 146 vehicles were checked and the following citations were issued at the Roadside Safety Check:

This project was funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.                               

Boaters Could Face Harsher Penalties

Boaters in Illinois could face harsher penalties if they’re found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.  The state General Assembly approved a measure earlier this spring that would allow the state to suspend or revoke a person’s drivers license if they’re involved in a serious boating accident and found to be impaired.  A spokesman for Governor Quinn said he supports the measure.

Happy Fathers Day

Happy Flag Day

Happy Flag Day everyone.   Hope you are displaying your flag proudly today.

Some interesting facts

Flag Day
When : Always June 14th 
Flag Day, is a day for all Americans to celebrate and show respect for our flag, its designers and makers. Our flag is representative of our independence and our unity as a nation.....one nation, under God, indivisible. Our flag has a proud and glorious history. It was at the lead of every battle fought by Americans. Many people have died protecting it. It even stands proudly on the surface of the moon. As Americans, we have every right to be proud of our culture, our nation, and our flag. So raise the flag today and every day with pride! Properly Display Our Flag There is a right way and a wrong way to display the flag. The American flag should be held in the highest of regards. It represents our nation and the many people who gave their lives for our country and our flag. Here are the basics on displaying the American flag: * The flag is normally flown from sunrise to sunset. * In the morning, raise the flag briskly. At sunset, lower it slowly. Always, raise and lower it ceremoniously. * The flag should not be flown at night without a light on it. * The flag should not be flown in the rain or inclement weather. * After a tragedy or death, the flag is flown at half-staff for 30 days. It's called "half-staff" on land ,and "half-mast" on a ship. * When flown vertically on a pole, the stars and blue field , or "union", is at the top and at the end of the pole (away from your house). * The American flag is always flown at the top of the pole. Your state flag and other flags fly below it. * The union is always on top. When displayed in print, the stars and blue field are always on the left. * Never let your flag touch the ground, never...period. * Fold your flag when storing. Don't just stuff it in a drawer or box. * When your flag is old and has seen better days, it is time to retire it. Old flags should be burned or buried. Please do not throw it in the trash. Did you Know? There is a very special ceremony for retiring the flag by burning it. It is a ceremony everyone should see. Your local Boy Scout group knows the proper ceremony and performs it on a regular basis. If you have an old flag, give it to them. And, attend the ceremony.