Greensburg —
Greensburg Junior High School was honored to host four representatives of the Decatur County Sheriff’s Department as part of its Red Ribbon Week celebration. Officer Doug Pittman spoke to students regarding the dangers and legal consequences of drug abuse.
Officers Eric Blodgett and Derek Fasnacht assisted with the program. A special demonstration by Keno, Officer Pittman’s K-9 partner, highlighted the educational program. Students learned about Keno’s help in locating drugs, apprehending suspects and protecting his fellow officers.
Sheriff Greg Allen later added that “Red Ribbon Week is a great idea to teach kids about being drug free.” Sheriff Allen reiterated that law enforcement officers want to teach students to identify signs of drug abuse and educate them in staying safe. He said that Red Ribbon Week is also a good way for officers to meet students and help the community.
Greensburg Junior High also received a Red Ribbon Mini Grant from the Decatur County Community Action Coalition. This group promotes drug free education in the community. The grant funds were used in other Red Ribbon activities throughout the week.
News
Related Photos
-
Deputy Eric Blodgett of the Decatur County Sheriff's Department allows Keno the drug dog to show off his skill. Contributed photo
Pirates celebrate Red Ribbon Week
- News
-
-
Overturned anhydrous tank diverts traffic
Traffic was held up for between 30 and 45 minutes Wednesday afternoon at Highway 46 and 421 near downtown due to a single-single vehicle accident involving a truck on eastbound on 46.
-
Historical Society to host ice cream social Saturday
The Decatur County Historical Society (DCHS) is planning to host an ice cream social from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 25.
-
Mayor proclaims EMS appreciation week in Decatur County
Last week, Greensburg Mayor Gary Herbert made a proclamation that May 19 to 25 would be EMS appreciation week in Decatur County, in conjunction with national EMS appreciation week.
-
EMA director talks changes in wake of tornado anniversary
When a tornado ripped through Greensburg May 25, 2011, Rob Duckworth didn’t work for the Decatur County Emergency Management Agency (EMA).
-
Library to kick off summer reading program in renovated building
-
Woman arrested on drug-related charges
-
War in Iraq got results, says Clark
Decatur County’s Phillip Clark, son of Larry Clark, joined the U.S. Army soon after 9/11.
-
Four arrested on drug-related charges
Four Greensburg residents are currently housed at the Decatur County jail, facing multiple drug-related felony charges.
-
Fry named DCMH VP of Operations
On May 3, Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) Director of Community Relations David Fry and the Hospital Foundation celebrated the conclusion of the 2013 Capital Campaign.
-
Out of the Darkness walk a celebration of life and hope
- More News Headlines
-
Britain Attack Believed Linked to Radical Islam
Raw: Kevin Durant Tours Moore After $1M Pledge
Weiner Launches Bid to Become NYC Mayor
Okla. Teens Get Video of Deadly Tornado Overhead
Man Shot While Questioned in Boston Probe
School Storm Protection Spotty in Tornado Zones
9-year-old Tornado Victim Loved Family, Singing
Moore Native Toby Keith Tours Tornado Damage
Oklahoma Survivors, Heroes Survey Damage
Okla. City Mayor: Up to 13K Homes Hit by Tornado
Raw: Aftermath of Deadly Attack in London
Paperless Scanner, Vision of the Future
Florida FBI Shooting Has Boston Bombing Links
Garcetti Elected Los Angeles Mayor Over Greuel
Raw: New Video of Deadly Oklahoma Tornado
IRS Official Pleads 5th Amendment
Lawyer: Feds Investigating Susan Powell Case
