Special to the Advance PHARR — For many school districts, colleges, and universities in the area, Spring Break begins this month. The Pharr Police Department wants to remind the public to take extra precautions behind the wheel. Increased patrols took effect Friday and will last through March 19.The department asks the public to buckle up, follow speed limits, don’t drink and drive, and obey traffic laws.It also encourages the public to find safe ways home, including designating a sober driver or calling a rideshare company.According to the Texas Department of Transportation, our state saw 874 DUI-alcoholrelated traffic crashes during Spring ...