Springfield police officer honored by state for bravery on the job

SPRINGFIELD — Officer Kirsten Cardwell of the Springfield Police Department was recently recognized by the  Governor of the State of Oregon with the Law Enforcement Medal of Honor for risking her life above and beyond the call of duty. 

The Law Enforcement Medal of Honor is the highest honor bestowed upon members of the state’s law enforcement community. Established in 2005, it is awarded to officers who distinguish themselves by gallantry and fortitude at the…