Hamilton County's move to a Vote Center model failed as the Election Board's vote did not reach unanimity, with Republican Ray Adler dissenting. Despite public support, precinct-based voting will continue through the 2026 elections.

James VanGorder named Indiana's Fire Chief of the Year, acknowledging his leadership at the Zionsville Fire Department.

Officer Levi App from the Fishers Police Department was recognized for leading the department in OWI arrests in 2024, contributing to the safety of the community.

White County schools receive over $251,000 in grants from Indiana's Secured School Safety Grant Program for security improvements as part of a $27 million investment to enhance safety at 494 state schools.

Howard County schools to enhance security with over $376,000 from the Indiana Secured School Safety Grant Program, part of a $27 million state investment.

Jasper County schools in Indiana are set to receive over $141,000 in safety grants as reported by Indiana House Republicans. The funds are part of statewide efforts to enhance school security.

Knox County schools in Indiana are receiving over $250,000 for safety improvements through a state initiative, part of $27 million in grants for 494 schools. The funds will upgrade security and could help hire resource officers.

Montgomery County schools in Indiana are enhancing security using part of a $27 million state fund aimed at school safety, with over $135,000 allocated locally from the Secured School Safety Grant Program.

Boone County schools in Indiana received $274,000 from the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program for safety improvements, part of a $27 million statewide initiative.

Hendricks County in Indiana received over $656,000 from the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program to improve school safety, part of a broader $27 million investment in educational security.

Starke County schools in Indiana received over $156,000 from the Secured School Safety Grant Program for safety upgrades as part of a $27 million statewide investment.

Madison County schools receive nearly $506,000 for security enhancements through Indiana's Secured School Safety Grant Program, part of a $27 million statewide investment.

Johnson County schools in Indiana are receiving over $514,900 from the state for security upgrades as part of a $27 million school safety funding initiative. State representatives comment on the program's importance for student and staff safety.