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07/29/2026

Randolph County Sheriff's Department Requests Indiana State Police Investigate Fatal Pursuit Incident

Randolph County, IN - The Randolph County Sheriff's Department has requested the Indiana State Police conduct an investigation into a pursuit that ended in the death of the Lynn Town Marshal.

Preliminary information indicates that at approximately 8:30 a.m., a Randolph County Sheriff's deputy observed a vehicle that matched the description of a reported stolen vehicle in the area of County Road 400 W and County Road 50 S. The deputy also identified the driver as an individual who had active felony warrants.

The deputy activated emergency lights in an attempt to initiate a high-risk traffic stop. The driver fled from the deputy, leading deputies on a pursuit that ended up eastbound on US 36 approaching the town of Lynn.

As the pursuit approached Lynn, the Lynn Town Marshal Bradley Fisher positioned himself ahead of the pursuit in an attempt to deploy a tire deflation device to safely bring the pursuit to an end. During the attempt to deploy the deflation device, the suspect vehicle struck Marshal Fisher.

The suspect vehicle continued eastbound after the collision before the driver lost control and struck a dump truck, bringing the pursuit to an end.

Lynn Town Marshal Bradley Fisher, a 27-year veteran with the Lynn Police Department was transported to the Ascension St. Vincent Randolph Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained from the collision.

The driver of the van, identified as Maci Marquelle Atkinson, 34, of Wi******er was taken into custody at the scene and transported to Ascension St. Vincent Randolph Hospital for treatment. After being treated and released, Atkinson was transported to the Randolph County Jail, where she is currently being held on the Felony warrant. Additional criminal charges are expected pending the outcome of the Indiana State Police investigation.

The Indiana State Police was assisted at the scene by the Randolph County Sheriff's Department, Wi******er Police Department, Lynn Volunteer Fire Department, and Randolph County EMS.

The investigation remains active. No further information will be released at this time.

All criminal defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Source: ISP

07/24/2026

Update: Family has been located! Thank you, everyone!

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Every person has a story, and every person deserves to have their loved ones notified with dignity and compassion.

The Wayne County Coroner’s Office is working alongside the Wayne Township Trustee’s Office to locate the next of kin for Roberta Brewer, age 65, who passed away in Richmond on July 7, 2026.

We believe Roberta, or members of her family, may have ties to Terre Haute, Indiana. If you know Roberta, know how to reach her family, or have any information that may help us, we ask that you please contact the Wayne Township Trustee’s Office at 765-973-9392.

Even the smallest piece of information could help bring answers to a family and ensure Roberta’s final arrangements are handled with the care and respect every person deserves.

Please consider sharing this post so it reaches as many people as possible. Thank you for helping us serve our community with compassion!

07/23/2026

Greensburg Gun Show This Weekend

The Greensburg Gun Show will be held at the Decatur County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, July 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The family-friendly event features a variety of vendors and exhibits. Admission is $6 for adults, and children are admitted free.

07/17/2026

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07/17/2026

If you're planning on visiting the Franklin County 4-H Fair very soon, check out this opportunity to support the very talent 4-H kids!

07/16/2026

***UPDATE: SILVER ALERT CANCELLED***

Silver Alert Declared

MILAN, Ind. - The Ripley County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of Aaliyah Buckingham , a 3 year old white, female, 3 foot tall, 28 pounds, brown hair with blue eyes, last seen wearing a pink cat shirt and tie dye shorts. Shane Buckingham a 1 year old white, male 2 feet 5 inches tall, 30 pounds wearing a red shirt and diaper. They are believed to be with Timothy Buckingham, a 45 year old white male, 6 feet 3 inches tall, 225 pounds, brown hair, with blue eyes last seen driving a brown, 2008 GMC truck with an Indiana plate of TK373OYE

Aaliyah and Shane are missing from Milan, Indiana which is 79 miles southeast of Indianapolis and was last seen on Wednesday, July 15, at 9 p.m. They are believed to be in danger and may require assistance.

If you have any information on Aaliyah and Shane Buckingham, contact the Ripley County Sheriff’s Department (812) 689-5555 or 911.

Source: ISP

07/15/2026

The Union County Foundation, Inc. has been awarded a $1 million READI 2.0 Arts & Culture grant to help bring the Union Square Pavilion project to downtown Liberty. The new gathering space is expected to host concerts, markets, community events and more while supporting local businesses and showcasing the community's creative spirit.

Read more about the project, what's planned and what community leaders say it means for Union County's future here:

LIBERTY, Ind. - For years, community leaders in Union County have worked toward a vision of creating a downtown gathering place where concerts, markets, festivals and everyday moments could bring residents together. On Monday, that vision took a major step forward after Gov. Mike Braun announced the...

07/13/2026

Through a partnership with Purdue University, Alquina Blue Arrows Park has developed a comprehensive master plan outlining potential improvements for the years ahead. From a nature-inspired playground and expanded walking trails to a memorial honoring the former Alquina School.

Take a look at the conceptual renderings and learn how the plan will help guide future fundraising, grants and development efforts here:

FAYETTE COUNTY, Ind. - Alquina Blue Arrows Park is pleased to announce the completion of a comprehensive master plan developed through a partnership with Purdue University's Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture as part of the university's 2025–26 Landscape Architecture Capstone St...

07/13/2026

Lt. Brian Bunner, a Henry County native, has retired from the Indiana State Police after more than 25 years of service, concluding a career that took him from road patrol in eastern Indiana to leading the agency's nationally recognized digital forensics program.

Read more about Bunner's career, accomplishments and retirement here:

Henry County native Lt. Brian P. Bunner has retired from the Indiana State Police (ISP), where he served in a variety of roles from road patrol in eastern Indiana to overseeing statewide digital forensics and technology operations. Bunner, who grew up in Henry County, joined the Indiana State Police...

07/13/2026

At just 5 months old, Lincoln Vest has already endured multiple heart surgeries while battling a rare congenital heart defect. Now, family, friends and neighbors are rallying around the Metamora family with a fundraiser to help ease the financial burden of his ongoing care.

Read Lincoln's inspiring story, learn how he's doing today and find details about the upcoming "Lincoln Strong" here:

METAMORA, Ind. - Friends, family and neighbors are rallying around Metamora parents Jacob Vest and Cheyenne Taylor as their five-month-old son, Lincoln, fights a rare congenital heart defect requiring multiple surgeries and lengthy hospital stays. As Lincoln continues his battle with his parents by....