Halloween is here. The city of Bartow will come alive just before dark with little costumed youngsters in face masks walking the streets with only one purpose in mind; getting candy as fast as they can, by going to as many doors as possible.

The Bartow Police Department will be out in full force, but it is imperative for parents and guardians to take safety seriously-and be proactive about it. Safety tips tend to say the same thing every year, and unfortunately we just don’t take them serious enough. I am urging you to take them seriously all of the time.