The Crawford County Fire Department has its annual Fill the Boot drive for Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).

That's according to an MDA news release.

Firefighters will stand at intersections with their boots in hand. People can help fill the boots with donations for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. 

The event will take place throughout the summer, beginning on June 4 and July 2.

The Fire Department raised $3,800 last year for MDA.

The funds the firefighters raise help fund MDA summer camp, where children, ages 6-17, will enjoy an activity-packed, week-long getaway at Camp Twin Lakes in Rutledge, Ga.

MDA is a voluntary health agency working to find treatments and cures for 43 neuromuscular diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive medical and community services, and far-reaching professional and public health education.

Tips for Traveling with Your Pet

On a typical warm sunny day, you may find yourself driving your car with the windows down while your dog is peering out the window – wind blowing in his face.  This may appear to be harmless however, it is not safe practice.

While we all love to see the shiny nose of a dog sticking out of a car window, the reality is that your pet's eyes could be injured by debris and other dirt in the air. Moreover, a passing squirrel or another dog or cat could prompt your pet to jump out of the window – a serious and often fatal mistake.

Summertime means vacation and road trips with friends and family. Taking your pet along for the ride could make vacation memories all the more special. Here are some tips on traveling with your pet that will help get your vacation off to a great start.

Today 13WMAZ joins the Red Cross to raise money for disaster relief after the tornadoes in the South.

During newscasts at Midday, a special one-hour newscast at 5 p.m. and again at 6 p.m., you will be able to call a phone bank in our studio, where Red Cross volunteers will be ready to take your pledges of support.