Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) staff are being given tokens of appreciation to show that all IDOC staff are in this together.  Their dedication to the mission of the Department, even in a time such as this, is something that needs to be acknowledged.  It takes true heroes to report to work each and every day, risking their own safety to ensure the operations in the individual facilities are maintained.

Warden Kathy Alvey and Branchville Correctional Facility Fire Department (BCF FD) welcomed a new fire engine to the facility this week.

Visit Chesterton and the Chesterton Art Center are pleased to announce the winners of the “Chesterton Strong” Art Contest. 

“The Ville”, a local eatery in Westville Indiana, donated and delivered a hot lunch to all of the medical staff on duty at Westville Correctional Facility.

11th Glenwood Sunday Market postponed to open in Rogers Park on June 21st through October 25th | Market provides $26,000 in fresh food last year for individuals in need

Midsommer Flight postpones summer production of Shakespeare’s CYMBELINE to summer of 2021 | Production was to have been the company’s ninth production of free Shakespeare in Chicago parks

Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facilities were challenged by Commissioner Carter to identify the "Silent Heroes" within their agency.  Commissioner Carter defined Silent Heroes as those individuals who work tirelessly to support the Mission of the agency without complaining, or appearing in the spotlight.

The Miami Correctional Facility (MCF) is proud to recognize Correctional Officer (C/O) Jessica Rhodes as MCF’s Silent Hero.

Indiana State Prison Warden Ron Neal announces the promotion of three staff. Waheed Abayomi was promoted to Correctional Case Worker, Terrie Hale to Correctional Case Manager and Christine Vorrier to Unit Team Manager.   The three staff reflect promotions to all aspects of the Unit team structure.

Troopers at the Lowell District have been busy so far this Mother’s Day, stopping two cars traveling over 100 mph, one of which involved a short pursuit and foot chase; the other being an impaired driver and then responding to a fatal crash.