FORT MYERS, Fla. It’s never too early to talk to your kids about safety on the roads. Now Florida Highway Patrol is making it easy with a special coloring book – designed by kids! Lieutenant Greg Bueno with FHP joined us in the studio along with Gracie Goll, who designed this year’s cover.
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