Did you know that most of the people killed in alcohol-related crashes include teenage drivers and passengers? According to NCDOT.gov, in 2019, fifteen to nineteen-year-olds accounted for 975 alcohol related crashes on North Carolina roadways, resulting in 9 fatalities. The fact is too many people still fail to realize the danger of mixing alcohol with…
In the cult 1980’s classic, The Breakfast Club, Andrew shares his sentiments with Brian about his fake ID. When asked why he needs the ID, Brian simply answers, “So I can vote.” We can all find humor in this scene because we can relate to the teenage mantra of wanting to become an adult and…
We all know drinking under the age of 21 in the United States is prohibited, but does everyone follow this law? Obviously there are teenagers who will go behind our backs and drink regardless of what the legal age may be, but what about parents? Have you ever allowed your child to indulge in the…
Lowering the drinking age may be the desire of many students under the age of 21, but considering the negative effects of alcohol abuse, such an act would be unwise. With so many crimes committed under the influence (both intentional and unintentional), we have no reason to allow anyone younger than 21 to consume alcoholic…