A day in the water can be nice and refreshing to stay cool, especially during the hot dog days of summer. But, if you’re like me, you probably get nervous when you see that there is no lifeguard on duty at the lake or pool you’ve just arrived at. To alleviate some of this stress,…
As a parent, it can be stressful to have a child driving on the roads, especially in ice and snow. Here are some tips to ensure that your teen has a safe driving experience. Choose a safe vehicle for your teen. Newer cars have amazing safety features that could save your child’s life! A good rule of…
1,000 grant presented to Blessings in a Backpack – Oxford (Oxford, Michigan ) October 2014 – Greg Clay received The Allstate Foundation’s Agency Hands in the Community grant award for his commitment to volunteerism. The grant program recognizes Encompass insurance agents for outstanding community service with a $1,000 donation to a charitable organization. Part of…
Thursday marked the first day of packing for Blessings in a Backpack – Oxford. We are thrilled to be part of the team of involved parents who want to help by sending additional food home with kids who are eligible for reduced or free lunch programs. The leadership team has spent many hours planning, fundraising,…
Please watch this documentary from Werner Herzog and AT&T about texting and driving. This video details the lives of four people affected by texting/driving accidents – both victims and drivers. It is long, but compelling. Show it to your young drivers. Remember, W82TXT.
Under Kelsey’s Law which went into effect on March 28, teen drivers in Michigan with a Level 1 or Level 2 license under the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program are prohibited from using a cell phone while driving. The law banning mobile phone use, called Kelsey’s Law, is named in honor of Kelsey…
Curtis Insurance and Oxford SADD Launch ‘W82TXT’ on March 19 at Oxford High School Curtis Insurance is partnering with Oxford High School’s Students Against Drunk Driving to launch W82TXT (Wait to Text). W82TXT is a community awareness campaign, encouraging drivers not to text while behind the wheel.