IN (FOX19) -  Indiana State Police Superintendent, Douglas Carter accepted a certificate on behalf of the Indiana State Police recognizing the Department as a Bronze Medal Law Enforcement Torch Run Agency.

An agency is recognized as a Bronze Medal Torch Run Agency for raising between $5,000 and 9,999 in donations toward Special Olympics Indiana.

This presentation was made in recognition of funds raised by the Indiana State Police in 2012. The presentation was made by Stephanie Stewart, Manager of Community Partnerships Law Enforcement Torch Run and Paul Philhower, a 26 year Indiana Special Olympics Athlete. Miss Stewart commented, “We are also very excited to have the Superintendent on board with the growing of the relationship between Special Olympics Indiana and the Indiana State Police!

RIPLEY COUNTY, IN (FOX19)- The Ripley County Sheriff's Office is investigating several daytime burglaries in Adams and Franklin Township areas.

It is unclear at this time if these burglaries are connected, however some of the same items are being taken from the homes, such as jewelry, flat screen TV's, other electronics, and prescription pain medication.

The Sheriff's Office is working with other police agencies to develop similarities in the burglaries, and to match evidence, in an attempt to connect the incidents, and develop possible leads.

There are no suspect(s) at this time.

Burglary locations include the 3000 and 5000 block of east CR 1100 north, 10000 block of north CR 500 east, 4000 block of east CR 800 N, and 5000 block of east CR 700 N.

Residents are reminded to pay close attention to activity in their neighborhoods, hide valuables in their homes and secure your residence as best as they can.

VEVEAY, IN (FOX19) - The Ridge Winery Tasting Room in Vevay, IN, will participate in the Indiana Wine Trail’s Spring into the Valley. The event will take place Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21 from 11am-5pm at six wineries along the trail. Each location will pair their specialty wines with a variety of breads and cheeses.

Located at 298 Hwy 156 in Vevay, IN, The Ridge Winery sits alongside the scenic Ohio River between Belterra and downtown Vevay , IN.  Sit and sip inside their enclosed patio room or outdoors on their deck while watching the river traffic go by. During the Spring into the Valley event, The Ridge Winery will feature Hawaiian, Mexican, and spinach cheese dips served with delicious bread.