Checkpoint Strikeforce returns Gene Marrano August 22, 2019 1 minute read G Marrano photo Its back again from the Labor Day weekend through the end of the year whenever there’s a holiday – “Checkpoint Strikeforce” returns for an 18th year with saturation patrols and DUI checkpoints. Kurt Erickson is with the DMV-funded initiative: Share: Post navigation Previous: Panthers play at New England tonightNext: Salem paratrooper dies in Alaska motorcycle crash Related Stories Lynchburg to host grand opening of new concert venue today Web Staff April 24, 2026 Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026 Calling all heroes: TAP asks for donations for its Superhero Kids Counseling Program Emma Thomas April 23, 2026