The Blair Police Department recognized three officers for their outstanding contributions to the department and the community. Those being honored – Officer Austin Peck, Officer Bob Leehy and Officer Jacob Flynn. Peck and Flynn assisted the Blair Fire Department during a shift with multiple emergency calls by providing medical aid. Leehy stopped traffic and helped a visually impaired resident safely cross a busy intersection. Flynn was also recognized for creatin

A little after noon Tuesday, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a request to check on the well being of a man suffering from a mental health episode. When deputies arrived, they observed a man in body armor and armed with an assault rifle. The Washington County Tactical Team and negotiators attempted to talk to the man. During that time, the man shot off multiple rounds from the weapon three times. Eventually he surrendered and was taken for a mental health e

A little after noon today, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office responded to a request to check on the well being of a man suffering from a mental health episode in the 18 hundred block of County Road P-4. When deputies arrived, they observed a man in body armor and armed with an assault rifle. The Washington County Tactical Team and negotiators attempted to talk to the man. During that time, the man shot off multiple rounds from the weapon three times. Eventually