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Sunday, May 12, 2013  Police are actively searching for Susan Small, a woman who left her home around noon Sunday and hasn't returned since. Her husband says she has mental health issues and is without her medication.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  Late Tuesday afternoon, a Jefferson County jury convicted Tyler James Webster of Second Degree Murder.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Officer Uno will be working with Fairfield Police Officer David Wall after the two complete a five week training course in Michigan.

Wednesday, November 07, 2012  A new trial date has been set for a southeast Iowa man charged with first degree murder.

Friday, September 28, 2012  The department's current dog will retire next spring.

Thursday, September 06, 2012  On July 13, 2012, Jesse Harl drowned at the Beach at Water Works Park.

Monday, August 27, 2012  A shooting occurred in Fairfield Saturday, leaving one dead. The suspect is in custody.

Thursday, July 26, 2012  The City of Fairfield has decided to reopen Boonefield Lake on the city’s northeast side, but adding safety devices.

Friday, July 13, 2012  On Thursday evening, the Fairfield Fire Department, along with other first responders, were called out to a possible drowning at Bonnefield Lake on the city’s northeast side.

Friday, July 13, 2012  Lake closed as drowning remains investigation

Monday, January 30, 2012  The Fairfield Police Department recently purchased three tasers to arm on-duty officers.

Thursday, December 08, 2011  Johsua Hendricks is charged with six counts of sexual abuse.

Friday, July 15, 2011  Death does not appear suspicious

Thursday, April 28, 2011  Kevlar may stop bullets, but that doesn't mean it lasts forever.

Friday, August 27, 2010  Police respond to a possible explosive device at Pence Elementary.