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President directs flags to half-staff in honor of Senator Dole until sunset Thursday, and on Pearl Harbor Day on Tuesday

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President directs flags to half-staff in honor of Senator Dole until sunset Thursday, and on Pearl Harbor Day on Tuesday

The White House issued a proclamation that the United States flag be displayed at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory and longstanding public service of former U.S. Sen. Robert J. Dole, of Kansas, who passed away on Dec. 5, 2021. Flags are to remain lowered to half-staff until sunset on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021.

Additionally, the White House also issued a proclamation in accordance with Public Law 103-308, as amended, for the United States flag to be displayed at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Tuesday, Dec. 7. Public Law 103-308 also calls for U.S. citizens to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities in honor of those who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

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Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run, GCSD asking for tips to locate suspect vehicle

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Pedestrian injured in hit-and-run, GCSD asking for tips to locate suspect vehicle

A pedestrian walking along North Legion Road in the Solsberry area of eastern Greene County was injured around midnight when he was hit by a passenger car that did not stop. GCSD is asking for information from the public to help locate a dark-colored passenger car with loud exhaust that may have damage on the driver’s side, front hood and/or windshield. Call the Greene County Sheriff’s Department or Greene County CrimeStoppers at 812-847-5463.

According to GCSD Deputy Harvey Holt, Gregory Burgess was walking southbound, facing oncoming traffic, on North Legion Road, Solsberry, when the incident occurred around 12 a.m., Saturday, December 4. Burgess was not wearing reflective clothing or using a light.

As Burgess was walking on the edge of the roadway, a possibly-dark-colored passenger car with loud exhaust, headed south, crossed the center line and hit Burgess. The vehicle did not stop after striking Burgess. The vehicle may have damage on the driver’s side, front hood and/or windshield.

Burgess was transported from the scene by Greene County Ambulance to a hospital for medical treatment. His injuries were reported to be minor.

In addition to personnel from the sheriff’s department and ambulance service, the Center Fire Department also assisted on the scene.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Greene County Sheriff’s Department or call Greene County CrimeStoppers at 812-847-5463. Callers to CrimeStoppers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward.

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Indiana State Police: Clay County Deputy was shot by a Jasonville man

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Indiana State Police: Clay County Deputy was shot by a Jasonville man

Clay County - Detectives from the Indiana State Police Putnamville Post have been requested by Sheriff Paul Harden of the Clay County Sheriff’s Department to investigate a shooting that took place on December 3, 2021, at approximately 10:00 a.m., near State Road 59 at County Road 1250 South, just south of Clay City. Clay County Deputy Brison Swearingen was injured - he was allegedly shot by Joe Hofmann from Jasonville.

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UPDATE Suspect in custody: Clay County Sheriff's Deputy shot Friday morning

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UPDATE Suspect in custody: Clay County Sheriff's Deputy shot Friday morning

A Clay County Sheriff's Deputy was shot in the lower leg around 10 a.m. this morning while attempting to serve a warrant near Clay City. His name has not been released but he is a 17-year veteran. His injury was described as non-life threatening. He was airlifted to an Indianapolis hospital for medical treatment. According to Sgt. Matt Ames of the Indiana State Police, they have a suspect and they believe they know the area where he is located. All resources are being used to apprehend the suspect.

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Be Well Crisis Helpline is free service providing mental health counseling to Hoosiers during ongoing pandemic

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Be Well Crisis Helpline is free service providing mental health counseling to Hoosiers during ongoing pandemic

Free service launched to support Hoosier mental health during pandemic will continue into 2023: INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration today announced that its Be Well Crisis Helpline has surpassed 25,000 calls, a milestone in its ongoing efforts to provide Hoosiers with free, confidential mental health counseling and resources.

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WANTED: Crimestoppers offers reward for info leading to arrest of fugitive meth dealer

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WANTED: Crimestoppers offers reward for info leading to arrest of fugitive meth dealer

A warrant was issued yesterday for the arrest of Eric Cullum, 36, Linton, formerly Lyons, after he failed to show up for the second day of his trial by jury for dealing meth.

According to Chief Paul Clark of the Linton Police Department, Cullum is now a fugitive from justice and Greene County CrimeStoppers is offering a reward for information that leads to his apprehension and arrest. Anyone with information about Cullum’s whereabouts is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 812-847-5463. Callers may remain anonymous.

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Woman who asked for a ride got a ride to jail

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Woman who asked for a ride got a ride to jail

When a woman went to her ex-boyfriend’s house to pick up some of her things yesterday afternoon, he called the sheriff’s department and when a deputy arrived, she told him she needed a ride. But the deputy reported finding meth and a syringe in her things and she ended up getting a ride to jail.

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ISP Master Trooper Mark Clephane retires after 33 years of service

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ISP Master Trooper Mark Clephane retires after 33 years of service

Last week, after 33 years of dedicated service, Master Trooper Mark Clephane worked his final shift and went "Off Duty" by going 10-42 with the Indiana State Police. A few years ago, Trooper Clephane was awarded a Combat Action Award for assisting injured officers during a gun battle in Greene County.

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