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Thursday, October 26,2017 The Baldwin Bulletin I Your local newspaper Page B9 Milledgeville police offer Halloween \| Safety Tips With Halloween just a week away, Milledgeville Police Chief Dray Swicord said now is the time for parents and children to talk about trick-or-treat safety. “We know kids look forward to trick-or-treating, but it’s also our responsibility to keep children safe,” Swicord said. “It’s important that parents talk to them before the night of Halloween, so they can assist our officers in making sure everyone has a safe night. Trick-or-treating in Milledgeville’s city limits is slated from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31. Preparation is essential for Halloween planning, and officers encourage parents and guard ians to take these days to make a trick-or-treat checklist before the big night. Pedestrian safety is also important to practice during Halloween. “There is a fine line between Halloween fun and safety, especially when it comes to road and pedestrian safety,” Milledgeville Police Department Patrol Commander Maj. John Davis said. Davis said it is vital for both pedestrians and motorists to be alert of each other throughout Halloween. “Both pedestrians and drivers should be mindful of each other,” he said. “Drivers should be extra careful as there may be a higher number of pedestrians on Halloween. Pedestrians should always use crosswalks and not cross anywhere other than a crosswalk.” The MPD traffic experts also advise motorists to watch for children walking along roadways and curbs. In addition, drivers should enter and exit driveways carefully. During the twilight and late evening hours, drivers should watch for children in dark clothing. Officers are encour aging parents to either have bright colors on costumes or add some type of reflective tape — to help drivers be aware of those outside trick-or-treating. According to Injury Facts 2017, in 2015, approximately 6,700 pedestrian deaths and 160,000 medically consulted injuries occurred among pedes trians in motor vehicle accidents. The factsheet is a statistical report on unintentional injuries created by the National Safety Council. The NSC research reveals about 17 percent of these deaths occurred when pedestrians improperly crossed roads or intersections. Lack of visibility because of low lighting or dark clothing accounted for approximately 15 percent of the deaths. Those who are planning to welcome trick-or-treaters to their homes are encouraged to follow these safety steps: • sweep leaves from sidewalks and steps • clear the porch and front yard of obstacles trick-or-treaters could trip over • restrain pets • light the area well so visitors can see By everyone following those safety tips, the emergency personnel guarantees a safe Halloween experience for everyone. Local Services GEORGIA’S LAKE COUNTRY Guide to Businesses and Services in the Lake Area BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY DAVIS & SON TRUCKING & TRACTOR SERVICES FREE ESTIMATES • Crush & Run • Gravel • Driveways & Walkways • Driveway Pipe Installation • Skid Steer Work • Sand ■ Fill Dirt ■ Type III Rip Rap (behind sea wall) 706.816.9730 K 8|j| ^ ^omas Construct,-q,, /flf Licensed & Insured REMODELING RAIN-FREE UNDERDECKING Carports • Decks • Additions All types of construction! (706) 473-0248 L > Your guide to life in the lake country. Look for us in The Eatonton Messenger and Lake Oconee News. PER WEEK CONCRETE CONSTRUCTORS, INC. Stamped Decorative Saw Cutting Stenciled Concrete Coloring Counter Tops Acid Stained Resurfacing Landscape Curbing Epoxy Floors Stamped Walls ACID STAINED CONCRETE STAMPED CONCRETE CONCRETE RESTORATION VIEW SAMPLES 706-474-2660 Madison, GA Large Slabs Driveways Sidewalks Pool Decks Patios Curb and Gutter Monolithic Pours Demolition Foundations Concrete Pumping Service k CALL FOR REFERENCES TODAY! Professional auto £> Marine Detail . Cars - Trucks - Boats - RVs 106 Scott Oak Drive. Suite 6 SEAN RIGH Pickup & Delivery Services -4-0-4— 9'77-02'73 Now you can reach over 45,000 READERS through %\vt Jzaidtttdn & the Lake Oconee News in Georgia's Premier Lake Country! Window Treatments 103 Harmony Crossing, Suite 3 Eatonton, GA 31024 706-923-2929 michaelsatthelake.com BUNDS • SHADES • SHUTTERS CUSTOM DRAPERY • TOP TREATMENTS DESIGNER FABRIC • DRAPERY HARDWARE fPROJECT MAN I HANDYMAN SERVICES • Deck & Porch Construction • Pressure Washing • Shed & Shop Construction • Yard Maintenance • Vinyl Siding • Metal Roofing • Fence Construction • Electrical Repair & MUCH MORE! I TOMMY WIGGINS 478-361-2706 PER WEEK SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES Now you can reach over 45,000 READERS through ^atoutou ^Messenger & the Lake Oconee News in Georgia's Premier Lake Country! PRECISION PAINT & AUTO BODY • PAINTING • INSURANCE REPAIRS • DENTS • NEW & UNIQUE CARS & TRUCKS 870 OAK STREET . EATONTON, GA 706-485-4360
