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When the trumpet sounded for World War II, women answered the call to duty. The WASP, or Women Aircorps Service Pilots, were civilians who trained U.S. pilots for war and ferried aircraft. “Rosie the Riveter” became the synonym for the thousands of women who built airplanes and ships.
The Florida Sheriffs Bureau, organized in 1955, was the first state-wide criminal investigation agency developed specifically to assist local law enforcement with complex cases. Headquartered in Tallahassee, it sent personnel trained in forensics and investigations all over the state.
Having a new teen driver is an exciting milestone, but it can also bring anxiety about your child’s safety. According to the CDC, teen drivers are nearly three times more likely than drivers aged 20 and older to be involved in a fatal crash per mile driven. But the right guidance and practice can help them build the confidence and skills needed for a lifetime of safe driving. These teen driving tips give parents a clear framework to support and guide their young drivers.
Horrie Culpepper, Jr., was known throughout Tallahassee for several reasons. While a childhood illness left him partially impaired, it did not stop him from a life of excitement and serving others. For many Tallahassee accident victims in the 1950s through the early 1980s, Horrie Culpepper may have fluttered over them just long enough to save their lives. Maybe guardian angels really do exist.
During the holiday season, there is a higher risk of accidents, theft, online scams, travel mishaps and other safety hazards. Busy schedules, crowded stores, parties and holiday travel can make it easy to overlook basic precautions, putting homes, families and personal well-being at risk. This blog shares practical, easy-to-follow holiday safety tips to help readers anticipate risks, take preventive measures and enjoy the season with confidence and peace of mind.
Carjacking has become a common crime across the nation with the Department of Justice reporting nearly 49,000 incidents a year. Learn how to protect yourself from this crime.
Today the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) Task Force released the results of Operation Predator, a strategic initiative that verified current locations and criminal backgrounds of the over 46,000 permanent sexual predator residents in the state. During this operation, deputies verified information of Florida’s sexual predator and offenders, including their addresses, registration violations, number of related warrants served through arrests and number of ancillary arrests made through this enforcement operation.
Today, the Florida Sheriffs Task Force (FSTF) announced the results of Operation Safe Steps, a month long operation focused on pedestrian safety with the goal of reducing pedestrian injuries and deaths resulting from traffic crashes
Florida Sheriffs Task Force announces unprecedented results to protect youth, prevent drug and alcohol abuse in “Operation Dry Spring.”
For a change from the negative news about law enforcement that is a buzz these days, The Committee of Ninety-Nine of Tallahassee/Leon County, Inc., or Committee of 99 as the group is called, held its 34th annual Law Enforcement Officer of the Year/Installation Banquet on Wednesday evening, April 22, 2015 at the Ballroom of the University Center Club at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee.
