Public Safety
As Indiana suicide rate rises, Health officials urge awareness during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
INDIANA – September is recognized as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising public understanding and providing resources to help those who may…
Indiana Health Officials issue urgent warning as deadly Carfentanil detections soar
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Health is reporting a significant increase in the detection of carfentanil, an extremely potent synthetic opioid, across the state….
Governor orders flags at half-staff to honor fallen firefighter
DUBOIS CO. — Governor Mike Braun has declared a period of mourning in Dubois County to honor the life and service of Lucas Gehlhausen, a…
Sergeant Aaron Pfaff promoted to first sergeantÂ
PENDLETON – Superintendent Anthony Scott announced the promotion of Sergeant Aaron Pfaff to the rank of First Sergeant. First Sergeant Pfaff will serve as the…
Indiana State Police Sergeant Mick Dockery promoted to first sergeant
MARSHALL CO. – Indiana State Police Superintendent Anthony Scott recently announced the promotion of Sergeant Mick Dockery to the rank of First Sergeant, where he…
Craig Turpen sworn in as Bedford City Council At-Large Member
BEDFORD — Craig Turpen was sworn in today by Judge Nathan Nikirk as the newest at-large member of the Bedford City Council. Turpen was elected…
Bedford Police Department accepting applications for full-time officers
BEDFORD — The Bedford Police Department is seeking applicants for full-time police officer positions, offering a 2025 starting salary of $66,258.14 along with a competitive…
Police Log: September 17, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – September 16 Incidents – September 15 Accidents – September 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – September 16 1:42 p.m….
National Farm Safety and Health Week to highlight hazards of agriculture
INDIANA — This year’s National Farm Safety and Health Week will run from Sunday through September 27, with a focus on improving the safety of…
The body of a Ligonier man recovered from Engle Lake
NOBLE CO. – Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating after recovering the body of a Ligonier man from Engle Lake in Noble County on Monday, September…
