Officials heading up a new Purdue University technology education center in Anderson say local government money is needed to operate the section of the facility designated for startup companies.

Indiana State Police will now lead an investigation into the disappearance of more than $5,000 in cash from Anderson Police Department's Drug Task Force office.

Groundbreaking for the Purdue Polytechnic and Maker Space project is set for Sept. 15. Plans call for the construction of a 94,000-square-foot facility, with completion expected in late 2016.