With school back in session, it’s time for road safety lesson

Sheriff reminds motorists to watch for buses, school zones and morning fog
  • A school bus stop arm serves as an important reminder for motorists as students return to school. Drivers must stop when a bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended and remain stopped until the warning signals are turned off. (TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO)
    A school bus stop arm serves as an important reminder for motorists as students return to school. Drivers must stop when a bus has its red lights flashing and stop arm extended and remain stopped until the warning signals are turned off. (TRUE DAKOTAN FILE PHOTO)

    As students return to classrooms this week, Jerauld County Sheriff Jason Weber is reminding motorists that back-to-school season also means changing driving habits.

    School buses are once again traveling county roads, children are walking near schools and crossing streets, and increased morning traffic coincides with a time of year when fog can significantly reduce visibility.

    Weber said one of the m…

     

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