No matter the distance or destination, your child’s safety is paramount whenever you drive your vehicle. Children are much more vulnerable compared to adults when it comes to motor vehicle collisions, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, vehicle collisions are one of the leading causes of death among children. Every state has its own child safety seat laws to protect children in motor vehicle crashes. It’s important to obey and follow these laws because it can potentially save your child’s life in a collision. WHAT DOES MISSOURI LAW SAY? In Missouri, it is illegal to transport a child without using a proper safety restraint system. A child should be strapped into the correct restraint device — according to their age and size — and placed in the back seat. Under the Revisor Statutes of Missouri, Section 307.179, all drivers transporting a child under the age of 16 are solely responsible for protecting a child through the following means: • Rear-facing car seat — Any child under the age of 4 years old, or weighing less than 40 pounds, must be secured in this type of MAKE PLANS TO CEL PLENTY TO DO IN SEPTE Catch the best of everything Kansas City has to offer! Get going, buy your tickets, and register for all the fun and exciting events happening this month. KANSAS CITY IRISH FEST This festival is dedicated to promoting the culture, music, character, and history of Ireland and of all the Irish people who call Kansas City home. Come celebrate KC’s Celtic heritage with three whole days filled with live music, special performances, locally provided libations, activities for the little ones, tasty treats, and more during the weekend of Sept. 2–4. Ticket prices vary depending on which days you would like to go or which activities you would like to participate in, so check out KCIrishFest.com for more information and details. KANSAS CITY AIR SHOW Join Kansas City’s end-of-summer party from Sept. 3–4 at New Century AirCenter! The U.S. Air Force will be celebrating its 75th anniversary, which features a world-class group of performers, from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds to the U.S. Army Golden Knights. There are many different ways to experience the sights and sounds of the 2022 KC Air Show, and ticket prices vary depending on which days and times you would like to watch the performances. Strap in and Buckle Up GET THE RIGHT SEAT FOR YOUR CHILD
A commonly uttered phrase among dog lovers is that we don’t deserve them. This comes from the fact that dogs often give their all to protect their owners, even if that means putting their own lives at risk. Dogs seem to be instinctively wired to protect their humans — and it’s more proof they really are our best friends. In May 2022, Erin Wilson pulled off at a roadside picnic area and headed down a path toward the Trinity River in California with her Belgian Malinois, Eva. As Wilson walked down the EVA’S STAND-OFF WITH A MOUNTAIN LION This Belgian Malinois Needs a Cape
slope, the dog ran ahead. Suddenly, Wilson turned around and realized she was being cornered by a mountain lion.
These attacks are incredibly rare due to the mountain lion’s reclusive and shy nature. In fact, since 1890, California has recorded only six fatal mountain lion attacks. However, recent drought conditions have made food scarce in some areas. Their preferred prey is deer, but these conditions probably made the sudden appearance of a slender woman look like an attractive option. The mountain lion growled and took a swipe at Wilson’s left shoulder. As it lunged at her, Wilson screamed and shouted for Eva. At the distressed call of her owner, the dog came running back to Wilson’s aid. Without hesitation, Eva leapt between Wilson and tackled the wild cat. During the short tussle, the mountain lion managed to get its jaws around Eva’s head, but Wilson fought to free her dog by throwing rocks in an attempt to break its hold. When that didn’t work, she ran back to her truck and managed to wave down a passing motorist. With their combined efforts — and a crowbar and lots of pepper spray — they were able to scare the mountain lion away. Wilson, though wounded, managed to carry Eva back to her truck and raced her to an animal hospital. Thankfully, Eva didn’t need surgery but still had some extensive injuries. Unfortunately, while Eva survived the initial attack, she passed away due to her injuries on June 8, 2022. Wilson said she would do anything for her dog, and that day, Eva proved she would do the same for Wilson.
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