Did you know doubling a car’s speed will quadruple..

its stopping distance. For example, a car traveling at 60 mph has a stopping distance of 292 feet, which is more than 44% longer than the 221-foot stopping distance at 50 mph, even though 60 mph is only 20% faster.  […]

In Honor of Fallen Minnesota State Patrol Trooper Ted Foss…

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety have a reminder ahead of holiday weekend travel for Labor Day weekend. Be mindful of the road construction crews and emergency vehicles on the shoulders of the roads. The Minnesota State Patrol will have […]

This is not a suggestion…

Stop for School Buses: It’s the Law! State law requires all vehicles to stop for school buses when the bus driver activates the flashing lights and has the crossing arm fully extended. Drivers who violate the law face a $500 […]

How are you the SUPERHERO of seat belts?

SUPERHERO Edward J. Claghorn 1885 – The First Seat Belt Patent Is Granted On February 10, New York City resident Edward J. Claghorn was awarded the first U.S. patent for a vehicular seat belt. It was devised in order to keep tourists […]

Building the Future of Child Care

The North Central SBDC is hosting the Future Child Care Provider Summit October 24th at Central Lakes College. Click here to register. At the North Central SBDC, our mission is to help entrepreneurs and small business owners start, grow, and succeed. Whether you […]

Consequences of speeding…

Speeding tickets lead to many consequences, such as: cost of the ticket, increased insurance rates, points on your license, and license revocation.