Personal Crime Safety

      According to FBI statistics a violent crime occurs in the United States every 22.2 seconds. With our economy in decline the threat of crime on individuals is increasing. Therefore, it is prudent to review a few personal safety tips to help you avoid being a victim of crime.

      At Lewis and Daggett we have had intra-office programs the last two weeks to learn how to avoid being a victim of violent crime. Our first program focused on basic tips for personal and home safety, and the second program, held in a gym, focused on some basic self defense tactics. Both programs were enlightening and educational for us. So, let’s review a few tips we learned.

Winter Driving Safety

     We have been lucky so far this year - we have had no really bad weather to affect driving conditions, as yet. Winter driving can be dangerous, inconvenient, even infuriating. But you can offset those aggravations and minimize the special risks of winter driving by practicing safe habits for winter driving.   

      First, the best rule is not to drive if you don’t have to when the weather is bad. Certainly, you should minimize your driving and only do what is necessary. Please wait until after the snow plows have been through and allow yourself extra time so you are not in a hurry.

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A Big Deal

     Hunting in North Carolina is a Big Deal! I’m not much of a hunter, but recently the nephew of one of our long term employees hunted a record deer that hit many of the news outlets and hunting periodicals.

     Preston Cave recently got a 180 class buck with a muzzleloader in Yadkin county. This is apparently one of the largest deer ever successfully hunted in this area. Preston has been featured in several magazines

True Meaning

      What gives your life true meaning? I don’t pretend to be able to answer that for you, but perhaps can help you explore the issue a bit further for yourself.

Mom, Dad, Siblings at ASU Classroom Dedication

     We have previously discussed

Holiday Season Safety Tips

      From our Lewis & Daggett family to yours, we send wishes for a happy and safe holiday season. Please remember to keep safe this holiday season so you are left with happy memories. Please consider the following safety tips.

     We reviewed a number of safety tips for Thanksgiving, and you can review those tips here. There are additional safety guidelines for this holiday season that specifically apply to your Christmas tree, holiday lighting and ...

Giving Thanks Safely

     Our Lewis & Daggett family wishes you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. We also hope you and your family are safe, so we will share with you a few safety tips we have researched for the holiday.

     Home fires are the number one most frequent calls to fire departments, and cooking fires are the most frequent reason. Thanksgiving is the day with the highest number of home fires with three times more fires than on normal days. The leading cause of fire is unattended food on the stove or in the oven. Stay in the kitchen while cooking food. Pot holders and towels should be kept away from the stove. For more tips see

Rules for Goblins and Ghouls

     We hope you and your family have a happy and safe Halloween. While you are watching out for witches, ghosts, and goblins please remember a few safety tips so that you and your family has a safe and fun Halloween.

• Your children should be closely supervised by adults.
• Older children should go out in groups, never alone.
• Use flashlights and reflective clothing to make certain you are visible to cars.
• Always walk facing traffic (on the left side of the road). Take care when crossing streets.
• Walk - do not run on dark streets and driveways.
• Limit visits to homes of ne ...

Home Fire Safety

      October is fire safety month. The kids wanted to visit the local fire station to learn more. We were in for a treat. The local captain and crew took us and another family on a full tour and gave us important tips for fire safety at home.

      The firefighters were very encouraging to all of the children, gave them a full tour of the firehouse and trucks, and invited the children to come back anytime. They were very impressive and professional.

      The tour naturally included instruction on fire safety. The firefighters asked us, "What is the first thing to do in case of a fire or emergency." They were sur ...

Two Wheel Safety

      Motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, mopeds, and all seem to be becoming more popular. The number of registered motorcycles alone has gone up seventy-five percent in the last ten years according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

      Experts expect all forms of cycles to continue to increase in popularity due many factors including the high price of gas. Accordingly, all motorists need to be mindful of cyclists on the road, and cyclists need to exercise good safety habits.& ...

See and Be Seen

     Bicycling seems to be growing in popularity. It is a great form of recreation, fitness exercise and, with higher fuel prices, even transportation. This week we will focus on bicycles and bicycle safety.

     The increasing number of bicycle riders makes this a good time to review some safety tips - for drivers and riders. Motorists need to know that cyclists have the same rights on the road as they do. Likewise, cyclists have the same obligation to follow the traffic laws as motorists.

     First, please wear a helmet whenever riding a bicycle. It is now the law in North Carolina that helmets are required for riders und ...