The Boone County Commissioners are taking this opportunity during Mental Health Awareness Month to remind residents of the wide range of mental health resources available within the county.  Mental Health Awareness Month, observed in May, aims to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote the importance of mental well-being. …

The Area Plan Commission is inviting the public and media to attend a public meeting on May 15th at 6pm at the Western Boone High School Auditorium to discuss potential upcoming additions of Overlay Districts which may impact the future development of specific property. An Overlay District is a geographic …

School Resource Officers play an important role in ensuring the safety of students and staff in schools. By providing a physical presence on campus, SROs are able to provide a sense of security and order within the school environment. Additionally, SROs can provide counseling and mentorship to students, assist in …

The Boone County Commissioners are facilitating the jail expansion for the Justice Center, which means changes to the daily operations of the Boone County Sheriff’s Office are taking place as well. As of April 3, 2023, most of the Administrative Divisions are being housed at the Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds, …

In an ongoing effort to try to understand the rising suicide trends throughout our nation and county, Boone County Coroner Justin Sparks shared his thoughts on what his office is witnessing and how people and parents can get mental health assistance when their loved ones are in acute crisis. A …

Boone County, Indiana – The Boone County Commissioners are pleased to announce that our county has been awarded $978,864.32 in Community Crossings Matching Grant Funds from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). This funding will be used to help improve local roads, bridges and build Indiana’s infrastructure. The Community Crossings …