I.U.P.A. Local Sebastian Police Officers Association, #6053 Members participated in Hero Fest at Space Coast Harley Davidson. They manned a booth at the event and showed off Sebastian Police Department’s brand-new armored vehicle to the community members who attended. Hero Fest is a day of family fun that caters to all ages. Various agencies set [...]
Scams are rampant these days, with criminals stealing a reported $10 billion from Americans in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission. But there are ways to protect yourself, including staying up on the latest schemes and following the advice listed below. Also consider adding the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline phone number, 877-908-3360, into your phone right now, so [...]
I.U.P.A. Local Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs Law Enforcement Associates, #27 awarded four officers this year with the Mark Brinkman Distinguished Service Award. A video of the event can be viewed here. Officer Jacob Schrader Detective Ben Miller Detective Ben Wheeler Sergeant Dan Dusevoir
I.U.P.A. Local Lawton Police Officers Assn., #24 Members taught Lawton, Oklahoma citizens how to use motorcycles safely for FREE! The class has taken place on numerous Saturdays and is so popular that classes fill up quickly. Lawton Police Department posted about the class on social media, “Forget about traditional classroom lectures and PowerPoints; this was [...]
The Inflation Reduction Act could help save you money if you’re replacing a kitchen appliance. The landmark program, which runs through 2032, includes rebates and tax credits for bigger purchases, such as energy-efficient heat pumps and electric vehicles. But one lesser-known provision allocates funding for states to provide rebates for the purchase of new electric appliances, including cooktops, ranges [...]
Medical alert devices, systems that allow users to summon help with the press of a button, are useful for people at risk of falling or experiencing a health emergency. To give consumers more experience-based information when choosing a device, we surveyed 1,869 Consumer Reports members who rated their satisfaction with seven different medical alert device brands. [...]
I.U.P.A. Local Volusia Watermen’s Association, #6039 Member Lifeguard Dalton Smith rescued a man from a rip current. He and other lifeguards, along with officers and first responders from other agencies, worked together to provide CPR, transport him to the hospital, and save his life. I.U.P.A. Local Volusia Watermen’s Association, #6039 Members are certified to provide [...]
Take a look around. We live in a country that is being transformed — in ways both obvious and hidden — by older Americans. Our growing numbers and enduring vitality ensure that this disruption will continue to roll through the American economy, culture, society and politics — penetrating deep into the very marrow of the [...]
I.U.P.A. Local Lebanon Police Officers Assn., #7 Members recognized dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week! Lebanon Police Department posted on social media, “We’re wrapping up National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, and it’s been one FULL of appreciation! We’re grateful for so many of our community partners, staff, and surrounding agencies who took time to [...]
“It’s alive!” Winkler agrees. The house is bright and loaded with detail. There’s not a somber piece of furniture in sight. The windowsills are littered with ceramic animals. Jolly little Buddhas take up spare shelf space. Outsize jars of candy beckon, and plates of cookies wait for children to happen by. In the sunroom, there’s [...]