When making emergency calls, the Jasper County Dispatchers are on the front line of gathering information and getting it to officers to respond to critical services for those in need. In April, telecommunications personnel in the public safety community are honored for the important work they do.

As a Jasper County Dispatcher, they are the first line of defense when a call for help via a 911 or the general line Jasper County Sheriff’s Department comes in, Lt. Brad Shutts said. No matter the call… READ MORE