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Getting to Know Your Virginia Sheriffs – Fairfax County Sheriff Stacey Kincaid

For the month of October, we are pleased to introduce to you Fairfax County Sheriff Stacey Kincaid, the very first woman elected Sheriff of Fairfax County, Virginia.  She is the first woman to lead the Sheriff’s Office in its 277-year history. We asked her for words of wisdom for women who are in or are…


Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office Wins V3 Locality Award

V3 LOCALITY AWARD- The V3 Locality Award is presented to a V3 Certified Locality or Public Entity under the Commonwealth of Virginia. The award winning agency will have demonstrated innovation with their overall support for Veterans and serves as a pioneer for Veteran Employment. WINNER: Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office AWARD WINNER WRITE-UP IN PROGRAM:CHESTERFIELD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office is…


Getting to Know Your Virginia Sheriffs – Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholland

This month we have the distinct pleasure to introduce you to Frederick County Sheriff Lenny Millholland. Sheriff Millholland serves Frederick County, the northernmost county in Virginia, that sits at the mouth of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. If you’ve missed our previous introductions this summer of our Virginia Sheriffs, links to these posts are below. We…


Newport News deputies thanked by JDR staff

The staff of Newport News Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court said thank you to the Newport News Sheriff’s Office deputies who protect and serve in the courtrooms each day. To have the gathering on the anniversary of 9/11 was particularly meaningful. “We want to recognize the hard work they do, their dedication and commitment to…


Virginia Sheriffs Elect Shenandoah County Sheriff Timothy C. Carter to Lead Association

Williamsburg, VA -The members of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA) unanimously elected Shenandoah County Sheriff Timothy C. Carter to serve a one-year term as president of the Association, an 8,900-member organization representing Virginia’s sheriffs, deputy sheriffs and sheriff’s office personnel. Sheriff Carter is currently serving his fourth term as Sheriff of Shenandoah County. Prior to serving…


The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association Pauses, Gives Respect to the Victims of September 11, 2001

Delegate Michael P. Mullin Presents HJ 646, Establishing September 11 as First Responders Day ~Recognizing our first responders in Virginia for their courage and dedication to protect and aid the public while remembering all those who responded to and perished during the events of September 11, 2001~ Williamsburg, VA – The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association started…


Smyth County Dispatcher Adapts and Overcomes

My hearing loss in my left ear was discovered while I was in the third grade. It was caused by Lymes Disease. There has not been a time that I remember being able to hear in both ears. Since I have had hearing loss for the majority of my life, I have not thought of…


Hampton Sheriff’s Office Recruits Graduate from Training Academy

The Hampton Sheriff’s Office proudly announces our latest recruits to graduate from the Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy (HRCJTA) in Newport News. They are members of Class 19-2 which completed thirteen weeks of training in August. The class of 25 deputies represents agencies from throughout Hampton Roads and the Middle Peninsula. Deputies must complete…


Community Happenings with Franklin County Sheriff’s Office

SHERIFF’S OFFICE PARTICIPATES IN MEMORIAL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT The 15th Annual Fallen Officers Memorial Softball Tournament was held in Christiansburg the weekend of August 17-18.  Hosted by the Christiansburg Police Department each year, this tournament draws teams from all over the state of Virginia and raises money towards assisting officer’s families where the need arises. Franklin County…



Virginia Sheriffs’ Association Remembers Dr. Hughes Melton, Commissioner of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

~Dr. Hughes Melton was truly committed to the health and safety of everyone involved in the TDO process ~ Richmond, VA – The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA) is saddened to hear the news of the passing of Dr. Hughes Melton, Commissioner of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. According to a statement from…