Eagle Country 99.3

Lawrenceburg, IN Heavy rain shower 75°

Search Eagle Country 99.3

Ripley Co. Sheriff's Office Gets Help With Purchase of New Patrol Vehicle

Friday, September 30, 2022 at 9:52 AM

By Travis Thayer @TheTravisThayer

The 2021 Chevy Tahoe isbeing used for their small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) program.

Photo provided.

(Ripley County, Ind.) - The Ripley County Sheriff's Office purchased a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe earlier this year thanks to a couple generous grants.

The Rising Sun Regional Foundation granted $14,000 and Crum Trucking contributed $1,000 to help offset the cost of the patrol vehicle, which is being used for their small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) program.

The Sheriff's Office has to sUAS that are operated for search and surveillance purposes.

The Tahoe purchased earlier this year is equipped with all the necessary equipment for regular police patrol and the sUAS.

More from Local News

Multiple Agencies Respond to Semi Rollover in Versailles

This is the second such incident in as many weeks.
Milan High School Hosts Best Effort Day

Students gathered at Milan Park to complete service projects.
Aurora Announces Citywide Cleanup

The event will take place May 16-18.
Opening of St. Elizabeth Dearborn Cancer Center Brings Comprehensive Cancer Care to SEI

PHOTOS: A ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony was held on Friday morning.
First Early-Voting Saturday Set for this Weekend in Dearborn County

The Primary Election takes place on May 7.
South Ripley High School Triumphs in Indiana Army National Guard Enlistment Challenge

Five students enlisting to join the National Guard upon graduation.

Crunch Time

Veterans Events & Community Bulletin Board

Events

New Menu and Food Offered at Lawrenceburg American Legion Post 239
The Lawrenceburg American Legion Post 239 will now have food provided by Delishious Creations serving this menu every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11-7.
27th Apr at Lawrenceburg American Legion Post #239
Lawrenceburg American Legion
Treasure Hunt
27th Apr at Lawrenceburg American Legion Post #239
Learn to Play Mah Jongg
Want to learn to play Mah Jongg? A little rusty on your skills? We will provide the cards and a two-hour lesson.
27th Apr at Lawrenceburg Public Library District

Multiple Agencies Respond to Semi Rollover in Versailles

This is the second such incident in as many weeks.

Milan High School Hosts Best Effort Day

Students gathered at Milan Park to complete service projects.

Aurora Announces Citywide Cleanup

The event will take place May 16-18.

Local Sports Report - April 25, 2024

Report missing high school sports scores and stats to news@eaglecountryonline.com.

OA's Nash King Invited to USA Swimming Zone Select Camp

The hope is that attendees will put themselves on track for qualifying for their first USA National Junior Team.

Local Sports Report - April 24, 2024

Report missing scores and stats to news@eaglecountryonline.com.

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Zac Brown Band - Colder Weather

Mark Chesnutt Blame It On Texas 0:54

Charlie Daniels Band In America 0:51

Joe Diffie Ships That Don't Come In 0:46

Glen Campbell Country Boy [You've Got Your Feet in LA] 0:43