Congratulations to the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, which has achieved its 4th consecutive state reaccreditation through the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission (VLEPSC). The Sheriff’s Office first achieved state accreditation in 1998 and is the only Sheriff’s Office in Virginia to be dually accredited through VLEPSC and Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).…
Wise County, VA – Wise County Sheriff’s Office today joined nearly 10,000 other law enforcement agencies nationwide in support of an intensive crackdown on impaired driving which begins August 15th and will continue through September 2nd, known as “DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER.” “Border To Border” – Occupant Protection and DUI Enforcement was held…
Deputy Greg Johnson of Prince William County Sheriff’s Office was recognized for his continuous support and coaching of Special Olympians in June of 2014. A lifetime resident of Virginia, Deputy Johnson’s dedication to Special Olympians was sparked by his relationship with his brother, whom has special needs. Deputy Johnson’s commitment to supporting his brother as…
Washington County Sheriff’s Office Partners With Schools To Keep Kids Safe The Washington County Virginia Sheriff’s Office unveiled a program to, hopefully, reduce the opportunity for violence within their school community. According to Washington County Sheriff Fred Newman, the program entitled “Once a Day – Every Day” requires Sheriff’s Office personnel from each respective division…
Two Sterling Men Apprehended After Burglary in Progress on E. Staunton Avenue Loudoun County, VA- Two men are in custody after a quick response by Loudoun County Sheriff’s Deputies to a burglary in progress early Tuesday morning. Loudoun Sheriff’s Deputies were called to a residence in the 200 block of East Staunton Avenue around 1:30AM…
Zest Fest, FeedMore’s annual fundraising gala was held on February 22 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Fine food from 20 of the area’s top chefs, dancing to En’ Novation, Virginia’s best wineries and craft breweries, a live auction, and luxurious raffles made this an evening to remember. Petersburg Sheriff’s…
On December 15, 2005, The Honorable Vanessa Reese Crawford was sworn in as the first female Sheriff for the City of Petersburg. Sheriff Crawford was born and raised in the city of Petersburg. She was re-elected on November 3, 2009 and started her 2nd term as Sheriff, January 1, 2010. She ran unopposed for the…
Hunting Education Class Teaches Safety Tips and Skills August 24, 2014 WCAV News 19 Charlottesville Dozens of people are now prepared for the hunting season thanks to a class focused on safety and education. In order to get their hunting license, people have to first learn the basics. Instructors with the outdoor education weekend helped…
Sheriff Glen Hill was born and raised in New Bern, North Carolina. After graduating from high school, he joined the U.S. Army. His last tour of duty was at Vint Hill Farms Station on the western border of Prince William County, where he served in the U.S. Army Security Agency. He received an Honorable Discharge…
Sheriff Fred Newman was born in Washington County, Virginia. He attended school in the Smyth County School system, graduating from Chilhowie High School in 1971. In 1973, Sheriff Newman graduated from Ferrum College with an Associate Degree in Education. In 1975, he graduated with honors from East Tennessee State University with a degree in Criminal…
“The benefits that the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute provides to Virginia Sheriffs is outstanding, from quality training for Sheriffs and their deputies, to the VSI’s scholarship fund that allow students interested in the field of criminal justice to receive college financial aid in pursuing their dream. The Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute is ‘there’ for Virginia Sheriffs and…
Richmond, VA – The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association has selected Delegate G. M. “Manoli” Loupassi of Richmond to receive the Outstanding & Distinguished Legislative Service Award. He is the only member of the General Assembly to receive this prestigious award in 2014, which will be presented in September during the association’s 81st Annual Conference in Virginia…