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Safe Family: Snake Bites Last Updated: 2:04 PM 07/29/08 - In today's Safe Family report, it's hot and humid, the perfect weather for snakes, so be careful out there, and make sure you know what to do when seconds count. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Lawnmowers Last Updated: 5:20 PM 07/01/08 - We all know the summertime ritual of mowing the lawn. For some kids, it's a weekly chore, but there are risks that could lead to serious injury. Ryan Loyd has more in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: National Take Your Pet to Work Day Last Updated: 4:59 PM 06/19/08 - Friday, June 20, is National Take Your Pet to Work Day, but before you bring them to the office, you may need to evaluate your pet's personality. Ryan Loyd explains in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Sun exposure Last Updated: 4:46 PM 06/17/08 - As you head outdoors, don't forget the sunscreen. Sun exposure does give us the natural vitamins we need, but too much can be a bad thing. Ryan Loyd has more in our Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Painting the house Last Updated: 4:28 PM 06/12/08 - It's the season of home repair, and with that may come a new paint job to give your home or office a refreshed feel. In our Safe Family report, Ryan Loyd reports of how applying the coat of color takes thought and preparation to keep you out of harm’s way. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Salmonella & Tomatoes Last Updated: 2:27 PM 06/10/08 - A salmonella scare has crisscrossed the country and has families wondering what's safe to eat anymore. In today's Safe Family report, we're talking tomatoes. Ryan Loyd reports. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Children in Car Seats Last Updated: 1:05 PM 06/05/08 - The American Academy of Pediatrics is urging parents to take a close look at their children's car seats. It's critically important the children be fitted for the proper car seat according to their age and weight. Ryan Loyd has the details. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Food safety during summer Last Updated: 4:55 PM 05/29/08 - The weather is warm, and while you may be planning that perfect picnic, you should make sure the food you pack stays fresh so your outing won't turn sour. Ryan Loyd has more in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Turn Around, Don't Drown Last Updated: 4:53 PM 05/27/08 - The campaign "Turn Around, Don't Drown" continues across Texoma to warn you that low water crossings are serious business. Ryan Loyd has the details in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Construction zones Last Updated: 1:32 PM 05/22/08 - The accident Thursday morning on FM 1417 in Sherman is just another reminder to be careful in construction zones. Ryan Loyd has more in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Summer driving tips from AAA Last Updated: 11:42 AM 05/21/08 - A little planning for your driving vacation can save you a lot of trouble on down the road. Here are some tips from AAA. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Moms keeping families healthy Last Updated: 4:41 PM 05/20/08 - It's no secret that moms have a lot on their plate, balancing careers and families and trying to maintain their own sanity, all while trying to keep their families healthy and safe. Ryan Loyd has more in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Owner responsibility Last Updated: 5:00 PM 05/15/08 - In Part 2 of our Safe Family report this week on National Bite Prevention Month, Ryan Loyd looks at learning how to prevent an animal from biting. It is an important topic, especially if you have children. Find out the legal side of an animal bite, and how owner responsibility can keep your family safe. (Full Story)

Safe Family: National Bite Prevention Month Last Updated: 5:18 PM 05/13/08 - May is National Bite Prevention Month. Experts say the focus is even on the pets inside our own home. Ryan Loyd has this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Bicycle safety Last Updated: 1:51 PM 05/08/08 - Keeping your kids safe is the goal of a bike rodeo to be held this Saturday, but before you head out to the Sherman Municipal Grounds, we have a lesson for your children. So kids, listen up. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Boating safety Last Updated: 1:24 PM 05/06/08 - After a tragic accident Sunday on Lake Texoma, officials are urging people to use extreme caution while on the lake. Officials say accidents like this can happen in an instant. Ryan Loyd explains in today's Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Summer children’s programs Last Updated: 4:34 PM 05/01/08 - We've talked before about the upcoming summer season and getting your child involved in programs or activities to keep them occupied. Police urge before you enroll your kids in a program to make sure you check it out first. Ryan Loyd has more in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: The Choking Game Last Updated: 3:23 PM 04/29/08 - They are games adolescents shouldn't play. Now the Sherman Police Department is out to warn parents and their children about the dangers of them. Ryan Loyd has today's Safe Family report on the choking game. (Full Story)

Safe Family: When severe weather strikes Last Updated: 5:40 PM 04/24/08 - Storms can cause quite the commotion, and when the winds start blowing, power lines and trees can start breaking. Ryan Loyd has today's Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Sexual Assault Awareness Month Last Updated: 1:31 PM 04/22/08 - SHERMAN, TX-- The numbers of sexual assault cases are staggering. According to the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center, nearly 87,000 children experienced sexual assault in 2001. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Throwing out old makeup Last Updated: 5:11 PM 04/17/08 - SHERMAN, TX -- Ladies, listen up. Here's an excuse to go shopping a little more. Some experts believe old make-up can be bad for your health. Ryan Loyd explains why in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Red Flag Alert Day Last Updated: 5:21 PM 04/15/08 - Today's winds just out of our area are causing some concern, and fire departments are on alert as wind advisories will be hitting Texoma on Wednesday. Here's Ryan Loyd’s Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Child safety seats Last Updated: 9:32 AM 04/02/08 - Child safety seats can be difficult to install and use, but with the help of a new rating system, officials hope to encourage manufacturers to improve their designs and make finding those seats easier. Ryan Loyd has the details in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Preventing illness Last Updated: 4:33 PM 03/27/08 - The transition from winter to spring is causing a lot of illness in Texoma. That's why health professionals say you can keep yourself safe by following some guidelines to stay in tip-top shape. Here's Ryan Loyd with this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Easter toy recall Last Updated: 4:57 PM 03/25/08 - In yet another recall on Tuesday, thousands of toys have been pulled from the shelves of Hobby Lobby stores. They may have been in your child's Easter basket, and once again the culprit is lead paint. Here's Ryan Loyd with today's Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Cooking fires Last Updated: 3:28 PM 03/18/08 - Fires are devastating and sometimes deadly, and in many cases the cause of a fire can be prevented. Here's today’s Safe Family report with Ryan Loyd. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Pesticide rules Last Updated: 5:21 PM 02/28/08 - Warmer weather means more outdoor activities, and many people will once again be using pesticides to control those pesky pests. Ryan Loyd had more in our Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Fires in North Texas Last Updated: 5:14 PM 02/26/08 - GRAYSON COUNTY, TX -- The wind and dry conditions have been causing grass fires to pop up all over North Texas, but carelessness also plays a role in sparking the fires. Ryan Loyd has the details in our Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Power outages Last Updated: 3:22 PM 02/21/08 - When the lights go out, it's important to follow a few safety tips for when the power comes back on. During a power outage, turn off electrical appliances and any small electric devices. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Walking to school Last Updated: 5:52 PM 02/14/08 - After a Denison child was hit by a car walking to school earlier this week, authorities want to make sure children learn the lesson of being aware of your surroundings. Ryan Loyd has some tips today in our Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Thunderstorm danger Last Updated: 4:36 PM 02/12/08 - Thunderstorm season is upon us, and the storms it brings can be powerful. Ryan Loyd has more on staying safe during one of Mother Nature’s most impressive displays in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Keeping meds out of kids' reach Last Updated: 1:23 PM 02/07/08 - It's the season for the cold and flu, and parents have to be careful to make sure the medicine you give your children is safely out of their reach. Here's Ryan Loyd with our Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Getting enough sleep Last Updated: 5:45 PM 02/05/08 - With everyone always on the go, sleep is becoming less of a priority. But when you hit the road, you'd better be plenty rested. Ryan Loyd explains in today's Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Static electricity at the gas pump Last Updated: 1:35 PM 01/31/08 - Static electricity can be responsible for a bad hair day or causing you to shock yourself and other people, but it can also be responsible for a lot worse. Ryan Loyd explains in today's Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family:Stuck out in the cold Last Updated: 6:37 PM 01/24/08 - The cold weather is here, but it may be getting a lot worse. Ryan Loyd explains when your body begins to react to it how you can keep yourself safe and how people who work outdoors everyday deal with less than ideal temperatures. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Burn bans Last Updated: 2:18 PM 01/22/08 - Despite recent rainfall, burn bans are still in effect around Texoma. Ryan Loyd explains the importance of following the law during these high, dry times in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Preventing smoking-related house fires Last Updated: 1:36 PM 01/17/08 - It's a campaign going on right now to prevent the number one preventable cause of home fire deaths. Ryan Loyd explains in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: MySpace safety Last Updated: 1:02 PM 01/15/08 - A new partnership with 49 states and MySpace.com has the goal of keeping your children safe online. One of those goals is verifying the ages of its users. Texas was the lone state that opted not to participate in the partnership. Ryan Loyd has more in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Kicking your cold Last Updated: 5:47 PM 01/10/08 - This time of year can make it hard to get rid of that nasty cough or non-stop sneezing. In this Safe Family report, Ryan Loyd explains ways you can kick your cold to the curb. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Fire prevention Last Updated: 1:26 PM 01/08/08 - With wild fires, dry weather, and high winds, the potential for fire is very high. Take steps and act now. Learn how to protect your family with the National Fire Protection Association. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Staying warm Last Updated: 1:53 PM 01/03/08 - The cold weather is just a part of day-to-day life right now, and it's worse because our bodies just may not be used to it. Ryan Loyd has more on how to keep warm when it's a big challenge. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Holiday travel Last Updated: 1:13 PM 12/20/07 - December 23 and 24 are known as the deadliest days on the road. A lot of people are traveling. So take the opportunity to talk to your teenage driver early about the rules of the road as a refresher. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Relieving holiday stress Last Updated: 12:58 PM 12/18/07 - The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is here, and with plenty to do, how do you keep your head in check? Ryan Loyd has the answers in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Keeping you safe in a public place Last Updated: 1:57 PM 12/13/07 - By now, we're all familiar with stories of tragedy from all over this country. It's the intentional actions of gunmen like Robert Hawkins who make people think twice about being in a public place, a church, or school. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Driving in inclement weather Last Updated: 5:43 PM 12/11/07 - It's time to take extra precaution on the roads when it's wet and icy. Ryan Loyd has some refresher tips to keep you and your family safe on the road in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Cell Phones and School Zones Last Updated: 5:35 PM 12/06/07 - Cell phone laws are starting to make more headlines as lawmakers and residents think about the importance of safety. Now, a new cell phone law has gone into effect in Fort Worth, and many people are hoping it catches on everywhere. Ryan Loyd explains the law and how people feel about it in this Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: National Hand Washing Safety Week Last Updated: 6:14 PM 12/04/07 - Germs can spread like wildfire, especially during this time of year. That’s why national hand washing safety week is gearing up to keep the germs down. Ryan Loyd has more in today's Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Holiday decorating Last Updated: 2:58 PM 11/29/07 - As the holidays approach, Oncor Electric is beefing up its campaign to help keep you safe with electricity, especially as you put those holiday lights on the house. Ryan Loyd has more in our Safe Family report. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Protecting yourself against identity theft Last Updated: 4:49 PM 11/27/07 - SHERMAN, TX -- The Sherman Police Department is helping you be aware of how to make sure you don't become a victim during the holidays. You can follow several simple steps to guard against people who want to take your good name. (Full Story)

Safe Family: Decorating with lights Last Updated: 12:26 PM 11/23/07 - If you plan to decorate the house with lights, you'll want to pay attention to more than the color of those bulbs. Here's Ryan Loyd with today's Safe Family report. (Full Story)