Bloomfield Department of Public Safety

04/09/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of our esteemed Mayor, William (Bill) Aslin.
While we are heartbroken by this loss, we are profoundly grateful for his visionary leadership and, above all, his friendship. For more than a decade, Bill guided our department and the City of Bloomfield through transformative upgrades to our infrastructure, facilities, and equipment—leaving our community stronger than ever.
Bill possessed a true servant’s heart; we could not have asked for a better leader or advocate for our city.
Please join us in keeping the Aslin family in your thoughts and prayers.

Director
James D Dew

02/24/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the two Deputies, Sheriff Brad Cole, and the men and women of the Christian County Sheriff’s Department. Please continue to pray for the wounded Christian and Webster County Deputies.

01/22/2026

Here are some tips and things you can do to prepare for the potentially historic storm this weekend. Utilize the national weather service and all local news stations for updates. We will try to update the public as we can. We know the forecast can change by the minute, but as of now it appears we are in an area of just heavy snow with little to no ice. This should help minimize power outages, however we will experience extreme cold temperatures! Please stay warm and safe! If you find yourself in a situation without heat and need assistance call 573-568-4654 and request to speak with a Bloomfield Officer. The Officer will help find you a safe location.

BEFORE THE STORM (24–48 HOURS AHEAD)
❄️Charge all phones, power banks, tablets, and rechargeable lanterns.
❄️Fill vehicle gas tanks in case stations lose power.
❄️Get cash in small bills in case card systems go down.
❄️Pick up prescriptions and essential medications early.
❄️Download movies, books, and maps for offline use.
❄️Identify one warm room in the house to “camp out” if power fails.
❄️Locate water shut-off valve and breaker box now, not later.
❄️Set fridge and freezer to colder settings to hold temperature longer.

WATER AND PIPE PROTECTION
❄️Drip faucets on exterior walls when temps drop below freezing.
❄️Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air circulation.
❄️Disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots.
❄️Cover outdoor faucets with insulated caps or towels.
❄️Know how to shut off water quickly if a pipe bursts.
❄️Fill jugs, buckets, or bathtub with water for flushing and washing.

FOOD AND KITCHEN PREP
❄️Keep 3–5 days of NO-COOK food like peanut butter, tuna, bread, crackers, canned meat, fruit cups, cereal.
❄️Have manual can opener available.
❄️Buy shelf-stable milk or powdered milk if needed.
❄️Freeze a few water bottles to act as freezer “ice packs.”
❄️Keep a cooler ready to move fridge food outside if power is out and temps are below freezing.
❄️Avoid stocking large amounts of perishables right before the storm.

HEAT AND HOME SAFETY
❄️Gather extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm layers.
❄️If using a fireplace, confirm the chimney is clear and have dry wood.
❄️Never run generators or grills inside garages or homes.
❄️Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
❄️Have at least one flashlight per person plus spare batteries.
❄️Use battery lanterns instead of candles when possible.

VEHICLE AND TRAVEL
❄️Plan to avoid driving once precipitation begins.
❄️Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads freeze first.
❄️Keep in the car: blanket, water, snacks, phone charger, gloves.
❄️Replace old wiper blades and top off washer fluid.
❄️Park away from large tree limbs when possible.
❄️Assume flights and travel may be disrupted.

POWER OUTAGE PLAN
❄️Unplug sensitive electronics to avoid surge damage.
❄️Keep one battery radio or weather app for updates.
❄️Use surge protectors for TVs and computers.
❄️Know where warming centers may be in your area.
❄️Have extension cords ready if using a generator outside.
❄️Keep refrigerator closed to preserve cold air.

PETS AND LIVESTOCK
❄️Bring pets indoors with extra food and water.
❄️Provide outdoor animals with unfrozen water sources.
❄️Add straw or blankets to outdoor shelters.
❄️Keep leashes and carriers accessible in case of evacuation.

MEDICAL AND SPECIAL NEEDS
❄️Keep a written list of medications and dosages.
❄️Store a small first-aid kit with thermometer and basic meds.
❄️Have backup batteries for medical devices.
❄️Identify a place with power you could relocate to if needed.

DURING THE STORM
❄️Do not drive unless absolutely necessary.
❄️Assume downed lines are live and dangerous.
❄️Use only safe indoor heating methods.
❄️Check on neighbors, especially elderly, by phone if possible.
❄️Report outages to utility companies rather than 911 unless it’s an emergency.

AFTER THE STORM
❄️Walk carefully, ice may refreeze overnight.
❄️Check pipes for leaks as temperatures rise.
❄️Throw out refrigerated food if above 40°F for more than 4 hours.
❄️Avoid DIY electrical repairs around downed lines.
❄️Be patient, restoring power after ice can take several days.

01/14/2026

These 3 males are available for adoption and still looking for their forever home. Call us at 573-568-3576 for more information.

01/09/2026

Thank you to Family Matters Dayhab for the treats on Law Enforcement Day! We appreciate you!

01/07/2026

We are extremely saddened by the loss of Deputy Tony Cooper.

Tony was a true friend to all in Law Enforcement and his loss will be felt throughout!

Please join us in sending our thoughts and prayers to the Cooper family, friends, and the men and women of the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department!

Director James D Dew.

End of Watch: Deputy Tony Cooper

The Stoddard County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of one of our own, Deputy Tony Cooper.

Deputy Cooper was a multi year law enforcement officer and served our county in a mighty way He was our friend, our brother, our hero and mentor. Tony never failed to make us laugh, if you have heard his jokes you know exactly what we mean Deputy Cooper thank you for a job well done and for the time we spent with you on this earth.

Please keep Tonys family, friends and our department in your prayers.

We love you, 883. 💙
We’ll hold the line from here.

12/15/2025

10/07/2025

Please join us in mourning the loss of Officer Henry Franklin of the Sikeston Department of Public Safety.

Officer Franklin gave his life in the line of duty on Monday. His sacrifice will never be forgotten!

Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Franklin’s family, friends, and the men and women of the Sikeston Department of Public Safety!

10/05/2025

We are saddened by the loss of Deputy Holden Duckworth.

Holden was an asset to the Citizens of Stoddard County. He served with a true servant’s heart and his loss will be felt throughout.

Please join us in prayer for his family and friends, Sheriff Hefner, and all the men and women of the Stoddard County Sheriff’s Department.

Director James D Dew

07/11/2025

The Bloomfield Department of Public Safety mourns the passing of Assistant Fire Chief Dale Rowe of the Dexter Fire Department.

Assistant Chief Rowe was a dedicated public servant to the citizens of Dexter and Stoddard County for many years. Assistant Chief Rowe was a true friend and was always ready to assist our Department when we called.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, the entire Dexter Fire Department, and all the many friends he has made over his many years of serving the public.

06/06/2025

We are saddened by the loss of Lieutenant Eddie Mays of the Bernie Police Department, in the line of duty.

Lieutenant Mays dedicated many years of his life protecting and serving the citizens of Bernie and Stoddard County. Eddie was a great friend of our Department and citizen of Bloomfield. We will deeply miss him.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends, Chief Rick Cook, and the men and women of the Bernie Police Department.

Director James D Dew