Tell City Citizens Police Academy Alumni

08/17/2026

🚨DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER 🚨

As summer winds down and Labor Day weekend approaches, the Tell City Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across Indiana in increasing impaired-driving enforcement.

From August 19 through September 7, 2026, our officers will be conducting additional patrols and working overtime to identify and stop drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs.

This enforcement effort is part of the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, supported through the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute’s Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program (CHIRP) and federal traffic safety funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

📊 The numbers are a reminder of why this matters:
In 2025, preliminary data showed that nearly 23% of Indiana traffic fatalities involved alcohol, while more than 41% involved drug impairment.

Chief Derrick Lawalin said, “Our officers are seeing the consequences of impaired driving far too often. As we enter the final weeks of summer, we’re asking every driver to make responsible decisions. A sober ride isn’t just the safest option—it’s the choice that saves lives.”

HAVE A PLAN. GET HOME SAFE. 🚗

✅ Before drinking: Plan a sober ride home.
✅ If someone has been drinking: Don't let them get behind the wheel.
✅ If you're hosting: Help make sure your guests have a safe, sober ride home.
✅ If you see an impaired driver: Call 911 and provide as much information as you safely can.
✅ Always buckle up: Your seat belt is your best defense against an impaired driver.

In Indiana, it is illegal to operate a vehicle with a BAC of .08 or higher, but drivers can be arrested at any BAC level if an officer determines they are impaired.

Enjoy the holiday weekend. Make good choices. Look out for one another. And most importantly—make sure everyone gets home safely.

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

08/17/2026

Tomorrow is SIGN-UP DAY! 🚔

The wait is almost over! Tomorrow evening, we’ll post the registration link on our social media page to reserve your spot in the 2026 Tell City Citizens Police Academy.

There has never been a better time to partner with your local law enforcement officers, learn more about the challenges we face, and gain a better understanding of the efforts that go into serving our community.

We would love the opportunity to share our time, experiences, and knowledge with you.

📅 Registration opens tomorrow evening — August 17!
⚠️ Limited spots are available, so don’t wait!

Stay tuned. Watch for the link. Then sign up and join us!

Tell City Citizens Police Academy 2026
Learn. Connect. Serve. 🚔

08/08/2026

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08/01/2026

07/30/2026

🚔🌟 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT RETURNS TO PERRY COUNTY! 🌟🚔

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The Tell City Police Department, in partnership with our Perry County Public Safety Partners, is excited to invite you to National Night Out on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Perry County 4-H Fairgrounds!

National Night Out is a free, family-friendly event that brings our community together with the law enforcement, fire, EMS, emergency communications, and community organizations dedicated to keeping Perry County safe. It's an opportunity to build relationships, learn about local resources, and enjoy an evening of fun with friends, neighbors, and first responders.

Join us for:
🍔 Free food
🎁 Giveaways and prizes
🚒 Emergency vehicle displays
🚓 Interactive demonstrations
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Activities for all ages
🤝 Community resource booths
…and much more!

Mark your calendars and plan to spend the evening with us. We look forward to seeing you there and making this year's National Night Out our biggest and best yet!

For Public Safety Agencies and Community Resource Vendors:

If your organization would like to host a booth or display at this year's event, we'd love to have you join us! Please complete our participation form to reserve your space.

https://forms.gle/HkkKvcfW5x3HZnje6

07/07/2026

HAPPENING TOMORROW - JULY 8TH

The Tell City Police Department and the City of Tell City invite our community to join us for a special dedication ceremony honoring the life, service, and ultimate sacrifice of Sergeant Heather J. Glenn.

📅 Wednesday, July 8, 2026
🕙 10:00 a.m. CDT
📍 City Hall Park – Tell City, Indiana

During the ceremony, we will formally unveil a memorial monument dedicated to Sgt. Glenn and commemorate the official renaming of a portion of State Road 237 in her honor.

For more than two decades, Sgt. Glenn faithfully served the citizens of Tell City with courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication. Her sacrifice forever changed our department and our community, and her legacy continues to inspire those who wear the badge and those she so faithfully served.

The ceremony will feature remarks from local officials, special guests, and law enforcement representatives, followed by the monument unveiling and highway dedication presentation.

We encourage everyone to attend as we come together to remember a remarkable officer, honor a cherished friend and colleague, and ensure Sgt. Glenn's legacy lives on for generations to come.

06/25/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Tell City Police Department and the City of Tell City cordially invite members of the community to attend a special dedication ceremony honoring the life, service, and sacrifice of Sergeant Heather J. Glenn.

The ceremony will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CDT at City Hall Park in Tell City.

During the event, a memorial monument honoring Sgt. Glenn will be formally unveiled, and a portion of State Road 237 will be officially commemorated through a highway renaming in her memory.

Sergeant Glenn dedicated her life to serving and protecting the citizens of Tell City. Her courage, commitment, and selfless service continue to inspire our department and community. This ceremony provides an opportunity for family, friends, fellow first responders, and community members to gather in remembrance and ensure her legacy is preserved for future generations.

The program will include remarks from local officials, special guests, and law enforcement representatives, as well as the monument unveiling and highway dedication presentation.

The public is encouraged to attend as we come together to honor a fallen officer whose service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. CDT

Location: City Hall Park, Tell City, Indiana

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." – John 15:13

Honor. Service. Legacy.

Tell City Police Department

06/23/2026

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2026 5TH ANNUAL SERGEANT HEATHER GLENN YOUTH POLICE ACADEMY.

The Tell City Police Department is excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 2026 Sergeant Heather Glenn Youth Police Academy! We invite all Perry County youth residents having just completed the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades to participate in this FREE event.

Participants will have the opportunity to get a behind the scenes look at local Perry County law enforcement - whether it be seeing a K9 demonstration, learning about alcohol/drug investigations and deterrence, or practicing fingerprinting skills, the academy will be filled with educational topics and team building exercises for everyone!

This year’s Academy will take place on four consecutive Sundays (July 5th, July 12th, July 19th, and July 26th) from 4:00 - 7:00 PM (CST). A T-Shirt and meal at each session will be provided FREE for participants!

Limited seats are available, so please register right away using the link or QR code provided:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVQ36t2mUsHy116i8alkYtkxFk_Qi47y5oX7JBBvx6GugC5w/viewform

06/09/2026

PAINT THE TOWN BLUE

The members of Perry County FOP Lodge 137 invite our community to help us "Light the Town Blue" from now through July 4th.

We encourage residents, businesses, churches, and organizations throughout Perry County to display blue lights on their homes, storefronts, porches, and properties as a visible sign of support.

This effort serves two important purposes:

-To honor and remember Sgt. Heather Glenn, whose service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

-To show support and appreciation for the dedicated men and women of Perry County Law Enforcement who continue to serve and protect our communities every day.

A simple blue light can send a powerful message of remembrance, gratitude, and unity. Together, we can light up Perry County and demonstrate that we stand behind those who wear the badge and the families who support them.

Join us as we Light the Town Blue through July 4th.

05/13/2026

In recognition of National Police Week, we honor the life, service, and sacrifice of fallen police officers across the Nation, especially our own, Heather Glenn.

Sergeant Glenn wore the badge with courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the people she served. Her End of Watch on July 3, 2023, was not only a heartbreaking loss for the Tell City Police Department, but for an entire community that knew her as a protector, leader, mentor, and friend.

Her sacrifice stands as a solemn reminder that behind every badge is a human being willing to risk everything for others. Though her watch ended too soon, her legacy of service, strength, and selflessness continues to live on in the officers who carry forward her mission and in the community she faithfully protected.

We will never forget Sergeant Heather Glenn.
End of Watch: 7-3-2023.
Honor. Duty. Sacrifice.