Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer

10/29/2026

I’m not the same Chris Switzer I was four years ago or even six months ago. I see the videos. I see the accusatory remarks. I see the nonsense. It’s unbecoming of an elected representative of Vigo County to act in such a manner.

I will not be a part of that divisive social media mess anymore. I was elected to serve and make decisions based on facts rather than opinions. Every day is an opportunity to learn and grow. We are better than this rhetoric.

10/27/2026

Keep your head up Vigo County. More soon …

10/20/2026

I graduated from West Vigo High School in 2007. I loved history in high school, especially political history inside the United States and our great State of Indiana. I wrote a paper about Mitch and his time in President Bush’s administration. He is one of the most influential people in my (political) life. I love his style and his ability to speak with people from all walks of life. “My Man Mitch” was the first campaign I studied and had the opportunity to support at the age of 19. Do you all remember the bus and the motorcycle?

10/19/2026

Major announcement in Sullivan County, Indiana. Kudos to my friend Bob Davis, and his fellow Commissioners Brant Ford and John Waterman. The 2026 Global Nuclear Energy Economic Summit is off to a fantastic start.

Joint development plan aimed at benefitting Hoosiers without raising costs for customers

10/03/2026

I had so much fun spending time in the Hulman Center judging Dancing with the Terre Haute Stars. I’m so proud of you Kai Burnett. Kai was the “Judges Choice” this evening.

The dancers raised over $300,000 for Chances and Services for Youth. Congrats Scott McDaniel who raised the most money and won this year!

My daughter Emma also made her television debut!

10/01/2026

Cool to be a part of this.

Several local leaders and state officials in the Wabash Valley recently attended the State for the Comptroller’s Roundtable at the Indiana Statehouse.

09/30/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - September 30, 2026
National Weather Service Recognizes Vigo County as a StormReady® Partner
INDIANAPOLIS, IND.—The National Weather Service (NWS) Indianapolis office has officially recognized Vigo County as a StormReady® partner. This distinction, awarded by the NWS, highlights organizations that have taken significant steps to prepare for and respond to severe weather, with the ultimate goal of saving lives.
The NWS's StormReady® program provides strict guidelines for communities, counties, and commercial enterprises to enhance their weather preparedness. While no location is entirely immune to severe weather, becoming StormReady® helps ensure a higher level of safety and readiness for hazardous weather and flooding.
“Having a strong emergency action plan for hazardous weather is absolutely critical,” said David Beachler, Meteorologist in Charge for NWS Indianapolis. “Vigo County is proactive in their preparedness efforts and takes the threat of lightning, strong winds, hail, tornadoes, and extreme heat very seriously. The NWS and Vigo County work closely together to make quick, critical decisions that protect citizens who might otherwise be vulnerable and unaware of approaching weather.”
“The safety of our citizens in Vigo County is of utmost importance,” Vigo County Emergency Management Director Dorene Hojnicki said. “We work closely with the National Weather Service to ensure we have the best information available to make informed decisions for our county when severe weather is in the area. The StormReady® designation recognizes the steps we have taken to protect life and property across Vigo County.”
Established in 1999, the nationwide StormReady® program is a grassroots initiative focused on preparing for natural hazards. Today, more than 1,600 counties and 1,200 communities are better prepared for adverse weather as a result of the program. To be recognized as a StormReady® partner, an organization must maintain a 24-hour warning point and emergency operations center. They must also have multiple ways to receive NWS warnings and alert the public, monitor local weather and flood conditions, and conduct community preparedness programs. Additionally, the organization's formal emergency management plans must address hazardous weather and flooding, including training SKYWARN® weather spotters and holding emergency exercises. The StormReady® recognition is valid for four years and is renewable.
The National Weather Service Indianapolis Forecast Office serves as the primary source of weather data, forecasts, and warnings for 39 counties in central Indiana. The NWS works with partners like Vigo County to build a Weather-Ready Nation, supporting community resilience in the face of increasingly extreme weather.
Media Contact:
Mike Ryan
317-856-0359
[email protected]

09/25/2026

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) is crushing it! This is gorgeous. Congratulations to them and good luck boys!

‘Twas the night before the home football opener…

Get ready for game day with our Football Fan Guide! Find everything you need to know before kickoff: https://smwcathletics.com/news/2026/9/24/mcmahon-field-football-game-day-fan-guide.aspx

09/23/2026

I’ve had the honor of serving with Joel on the Indiana Cyber Security Council. I’m glad to see him appointed to the newly created Office of Cybersecurity. Great news for Indiana.

IDHS is thrilled to announce that Joel Thacker will be returning to the agency to serve as the director of the newly established Office of Cybersecurity!

Thacker brings decades of public service experience that make him well‑positioned for this role. His background includes serving as Executive Director of IDHS, Indiana State Fire Marshal and most recently, Fire Chief for the City of Carmel. Throughout his career, Thacker has worked closely with state and local partners to address emerging risks, strengthen preparedness and protect Hoosiers.

Thacker will be focused on collaborating with state agencies, local governments, educational institutions and private‑sector partners to advance Indiana’s cybersecurity preparedness, prevention, response and recovery capabilities.

09/23/2026

Due to great leaders who included language in legislation to move a casino to Vigo County - the West Central Indiana Partnership was created under the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. This partnership has created phenomenal collaboration across Parke, Sullivan, Clay, Vigo, and Vermillion counties. Our region is ready to compete!

West Central Indiana Partnership
Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce
Wabash River Regional Development Authority