Our Opinion: Have fun this summer, but be safe
Wednesday, July 8, 2009 10:49 AM PDT
Summer activities abound in the western Treasure Valley, from swimming to festivals like the fiddle fest in Weiser to the Nyssa Thunderegg Days.
Area residents should remember the many attributes our area offers and, if they can, enjoy the events and recreation opportunities.
They should also, though, remember when they have a good time to also be safe.
A series of tragic incidents involving water erupted during the past few weeks. Several people drowned while swimming in rivers or area canals.
Canals, especially, seem to become areas of tragedy every year.
To read more of this editorial, see today's Argus Observer.