Making a Difference
Blog articles on Sobering Up that highlight how people and programs are making a difference in the fight against drunk driving and alcohol crime.
Dry January and the Movement Towards Non-Alcoholic Beverages
As younger generations move into adulthood, the popularity of “Dry January” has become delegated to the entire year,...
Veterans Treatment Court Act Funds Supportive Alternatives
Veterans treatment courts (VTCs) are one of the fastest growing specialty court types in the U.S.; there are...
Infographic: Drinking and DUIs During the Thanksgiving Holiday
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, football, and of course, food, but alcohol can often take center...
“Because Hangovers Suck” Speaks to Millennial Drinkers
Hangovers suck, as does waking up with regrets the morning after drinking. That’s the message a Michigan-based grassroots...
Innovative Drunk Driving Programs Recognized for Excellence in Traffic Safety
On December 3rd the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility (FAAR) honored six individuals with the Kevin E. Quinlan Award...
Idaho Court Helping Alcohol-Involved Vets Restart Their Lives
When Sgt. David Taptto entered Idaho’s Second Judicial District Veterans Treatment Court, he joined the growing ranks of...
Infographic: The Scary Truth About Halloween and Drinking 2015
Halloween is no longer just for Trick-or-Treaters. The last decade has seen a spike in the number of...
Guest Post: The Real World Impact of Missouri v. McNeely
My daughter, Maegan Spindler, and her supervisor with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Dr. Robert Klumb, were...
U.S. Military Veterans Find Help and Hope in Special Court
A disproportionate number of U.S. Military Veterans find themselves embroiled in the U.S. justice system after returning from combat. Veterans...
Infographic: Drinking & DUIs During the Holidays
There’s one holiday tradition we could all do without: the spikes in binge drinking, DUIs, and alcohol-involved crashes...