(York, Neb.)-(Deb Collins / NSP)The Nebraska State Patrol Troop C Headquarters-Grand Island in conjunction with the York County Sheriff’s Office will conduct a weekend of special enforcement activities designed to reduce the potential for fatal or injury crashes.

“We are headed into a busy time of year,” said Captain Chris Kolb, Commander Troop C-Grand Island. “Special events and activities bring increased traffic volume. Our goal is to make sure everyone gets to and from their destinations safely.”

Special enforcement efforts to include DUI checkpoints and high visibility patrols will be conducted Friday & Saturday, June 1-2, in and around York County. The extra enforcement will be paid for thanks in part to a $1,860 grant from the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety (NOHS)