As the sun on a clear blue sky day was beginning to make its descent in the west, sirens blared and fire trucks rushed to the Jefferson County Courthouse in Madison, Indiana. The fire department received a frantic call reporting flames billowing from the cupola of the beautiful and historic building. The fire proved extremely difficult to extinguish because of the copper covering on the dome and cupola. As a r … [Read more...] about Flames Engulf Historic Jefferson County Courthouse
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Don't Underestimate, Don't Take For Granted: Administrative Rule 17 in Retrospect
Disasters can strike at any time, as the citizens of Jefferson and Morgan Counties can attest. On May 20, 2009, after the workday, the historic Jefferson County Courthouse bell tower burst into flames. Firefighters fought bravely for several hours to tame the blaze. On January 29, 2008, a violent storm ripped off part of the roof of the Morgan County Courthouse. Contractors worked diligently in the wind and rain to … [Read more...] about Don't Underestimate, Don't Take For Granted: Administrative Rule 17 in Retrospect
Riding the Circuit: Travelling with Judge Dan Moore
“All courts shall be open” states Article 1 Sec 12 of the Indiana Constitution. Clark County Circuit Court Judge Dan Moore has taken those words literally. Since taking office in January he has begun a unique outreach and educational program called “Riding the Circuit.” It has grown in interest and impact in the Clark County area. “In my years of practice I saw how the general public, even in civil disputes, viewed … [Read more...] about Riding the Circuit: Travelling with Judge Dan Moore
Renewed Commitment to Collaborate: Elkhart County Hosts Children Summit
When Elkhart County Juvenile Court leaders were looking for inspiration they knew where to turn—to a national championship football team, the Indianapolis Colts. The Blue and White is known for its winning attitude on the field. Elkhart Circuit Court Juvenile Division Magistrate Deborah Domine was looking for someone to inspire that same can-do spirit off the field. She heard Ken Johnson, the Colts Chaplain, speak … [Read more...] about Renewed Commitment to Collaborate: Elkhart County Hosts Children Summit
GAL/CASA & American Legion Partner to Help Children
The American Legion, which has its national headquarters in Indianapolis, recently vowed to strengthen and expand its support of GAL/CASA programs across the country. Michael Piraino, the CEO of the National CASA Association, Leslie Dunn, the State Director of GAL/CASA, Indiana Supreme Court, Division of State Court Administration, and Frank West, a CASA volunteer and Legionnaire from Grant County, Indiana, on May 4 … [Read more...] about GAL/CASA & American Legion Partner to Help Children