03/28/2026
Warning, long post:
I would like to take a moment to thank the phenomenal group of people who stepped up last evening while we dealt with the horrendous and dangerous weather. Thank you to the awesome team of communications staff that worked the multiple radios, phones and pagers. Those on duty and those who came in at the drop of a hat to assist. What an amazing team we have. The deputies who were on duty, the deputies that came in and my admin staff who came in as well. You guys and girls rock. The VIPS that came in to babysit downed lines and trees. The group of Volunteers In Police Service that we have are simply invaluable and we thank them for coming in to assist.
Thank you to all of our local police departments too. What great partners you all are. This county is better because of the partnerships we have with each other and it does not go unnoticed by me and many others.
I would also like to thank all of our county Fire and EMS units. You all showed up when needed and performed like the professionals you are. We couldn’t survive without you.
A big thank you to Hardin County Engineer Luke Underwood and his staff. Again, you guys showed up and took care of the downed trees that were a severe risk to the motoring public. A thank you goes out to all of our township trustees as well for assisting on the township roads.
Lastly but certainly not the least, all of our utility crews who have been working non-stop restoring services to everyone. You all are the unsung heroes and we appreciate you.
I am sure I missed someone and for that I sincerely apologize. It certainly is not intentional. I just wanted to say thanks to everyone. I appreciate everyone for stepping up and pitching in. This county never ceases to amaze me. What an amazing county we have.
Sheriff Keith A Everhart
