Johnson Pope Hardin County IL 911

08/19/2026

07/28/2026

Toby will be missed.

Dispatcher Toby Dalton passed early this morning after a courageous battle with cancer. Toby touched countless lives—often as the calm, steady voice on the other end of the phone or radio while someone else’s world was falling apart over her career of 22 years. Her strength, compassion, and unwavering dedication made her a lifeline for so many.

Please remember Toby’s family, both by blood and by service, as they navigate this difficult time.

44‑31, rest easy. We have the watch

04/22/2026

Serve & Protect Johnson County.
The Sheriff’s Department is hiring Deputy Sheriffs and offering:
• $20.50/hr starting pay
• Annual raises
• Full insurance coverage (medical/dental/vision)
• Paid training
• Take‑home squad car
• Paid holidays, vacation & sick time

Applicants not certified with the State of Illinois will be required to pass the Illinois POWER Test. A testing date will be provided to eligible candidates.
POWER Test standards:https://www.ptb.illinois.gov/media/1755/new-power-test-chart-2023.pdf

RESUMES should be submitted by May 5th

01/25/2026

The 911 office will be closed as well on Monday January 26th.

01/23/2026

*******ATTENTION*******

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for a large portion of the region, including Johnson County. Current forecasts indicate the potential for a significant winter event, with heavy snowfall, ice accumulation, and dangerously cold temperatures possible in parts of the affected area.

As we prepare for this system, we strongly encourage everyone to take steps BEFORE the storm arrives. Please ensure you have adequate food, water, medications, and other essential supplies. Power outages are possible, and planning ahead will help keep you and your family safe.

If you need to use alternative heating sources during a power outage, please choose options that are designed to be used safely indoors. Follow all manufacturer guidance, keep heating devices away from anything that can burn, and ensure your home has working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Never use outdoor equipment inside your home, garage, or enclosed spaces.

Some areas of Johnson County may become extremely difficult—or even impossible—to travel. If you do not need to be on the roads, please stay home. Avoiding unnecessary travel helps keep you safe and allows our first responders to focus on true emergencies.

We expect our dispatch center and deputies to be very busy throughout this event. We will respond to emergencies as conditions allow, but there may be locations that are inaccessible for extended periods of time. Please be patient; we will reach you as soon as we safely can, though delays may occur.

Above all, your safety is our priority. We care deeply about our community, and we would much rather you stay warm and secure at home than encounter danger on the roads.

Stay safe, Johnson County!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all and especially to our 911 Dispatchers!!!