Calls for change following student hit at crosswalk in East Helena

Safety concerns after student hit by vehicle in East Helena

As a parent, one of the last things you want to worry about is your child getting to and from school safely. A recent accident is bringing attention to the crosswalk by Prickly Pear Elementary School for how it can be made safer for students and families.Last Thursday, first-grader McKoy Beaty was biking home when he was hit by a vehicle leaving the school parking lot, leaving his mom with emotions no parent should have to experience.Panic, said…

Calls for change following student hit at crosswalk in East Helena

As a parent, one of the last things you want to worry about is your child getting to and from school safely. A recent accident is bringing attention to the crosswalk by Prickly Pear Elementary for how it can be made safer for students and families.Last Thursday, first-grader McKoy Beaty was biking home when he was struck by a vehicle leaving the school parking lot, leaving his mom with emotions no parent should have to experience.Panic, said McK…