The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Danville Area (BGCDA) focuses on building strong character and leadership in its members. The relationship between young people and law enforcement has never been more important. A recent partnership between BGCDA, the Danville Sheriff’s Office and the Danville Police Department has targeted improving that relationship. Uniformed officers interact with…
Hampton Sheriff B.J. Roberts recently signed a statement of support regarding his pledge to continue to support Guard and Reserve employees. Walter M. Goodwyn, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Virginia area chair, recognized the sheriff’s extraordinary support for Hampton Sheriff’s Office employees serving in the Guard and Reserve. Sheriff B.J. Roberts signed the…
One hundred and five children have a better Christmas this year because of the Greene County Sheriff’s Office’s ‘Shop with a Sheriff’ program. Each child received $75 to spend on toys, clothes and other items at a local Walmart. Bikes are always big as are electronics and gifts for other family members. Each deputy was paired…
On December 18, 2016, the Charles City County Sheriff’s Office started its first annual ‘Shop with a Sheriff’ program that provides a fun filled day for 12 children in Charles City County, while providing a positive relationship with law enforcement. This unique December shopping experience assists children and deters them from choosing a life of…
Sheriff Gabe Morgan and his command staff recently marked the accomplishments of sworn, civilian and contractor employees at the Newport News Sheriff Office’s 11th annual Promotion and Awards Ceremony. Thirteen deputies were promoted during 2016. The new captain, lieutenant and four sergeants were pinned by family members. A new corporal and five master deputies were…
Sheriff Steve Dempsey partnered with the King George YMCA recently for the annual ‘Shop with a Sheriff’ event at a local Walmart. The YMCA selects 35 needy children who each get $100 to spend on themselves. Some of the money goes toward clothing and some toward toys. Each child partners with a sheriff’s deputy or volunteer. The King…
As I travel the commonwealth, I am continually amazed by the incredible work of our public safety officers and first responders. They work long hours and put themselves in harm’s way to keep all Virginians safe. I am grateful for their sacrifice, and we must honor this sacrifice by making sure our officers and their…
Made possible by the generosity of an anonymous donor and in partnership with Opportunity Alliance Re-entry (OAR), Sheriff C.T. Woody, Jr. announced the creation of a memorial scholarship fund which will benefit residents leaving the Richmond City Justice Center. The scholarship is named after two former Richmond City Sheriff Office employees who passed away earlier…
Richmond Sheriff C.T. Woody along with his deputies and staff delivered presents to children at the Children’s Hospital Brook Road campus on Wednesday. The gifts were donated by sworn and civilian employees of the Richmond City Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Woody and staff were invited to the Children’s Hospital of Richmond to deliver gifts to children that were in…
Sheriff B.J. Roberts sponsored the Hampton Sheriff’s Office’s 17th annual shopping trip for senior citizens. Many seniors don’t have transportation and are uncomfortable shopping alone during the busy holiday season. The sheriff’s transport bus provided the transportation and deputies volunteered to escort the senior group, carry packages and help to make those tough shopping decisions.…
“The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association has placed deputy and staff compensation as its top priority to address the current salary discrepancy that exists in the Commonwealth,” said John W. Jones, Executive Director of the statewide association representing over 8,600 sheriffs and deputies. Governor McAuliffe unveiled his plan before a meeting of the General Assembly’s joint money…
Military Times has named the Newport News Sheriff’s Office to its ‘Best for Vets: Law Enforcement’ list. “Veterans have many qualities that make them a good fit to join us,” said Sheriff Gabe Morgan. Men and women exiting the military use the information to guide them toward their next career, publication officials said in releasing the list on…