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AAA offering free rides, tows for impaired drivers this Fourth of July weekend
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Debra Worley , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 4, 2026
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Key points It is generally available within a certain distance of the user's home. Impaired drivers in the Midland area have a safe option over the holiday weekend.
Impaired drivers in the Midland area have a safe option over the holiday weekend. A service is available to provide free rides and tows. This is intended to prevent drunk driving and its consequences.
Eligibility for the service has some limitations. It is generally available within a certain distance of the user's home. However, it may not be available in all areas, particularly rural ones.
Further details about the service, including its schedule and availability, can be found through AAA. The service is part of a broader effort to promote safe driving practices during the holiday.
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Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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