Tips for a fun, safe Independence Day

By land and by sea. Two million drivers are expected to hit the roadways this holiday weekend. Be careful, be courteous - share the road. Ohio State Highway Patrol is out.Boaters - many of you enjoy the fourth on the water. Increased patrols will be on the water with you - for good reason. The U.S. Coast Guard said in 2015, alcohol was the primary factor in 260 recreational boating crashes, 91 deaths and 228 other water accidents.In Ohio - novelty fireworks, like sparklers, are allowed. You can