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VSI Conference Rescheduled to June 9-11, 2021

The Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) Board of Directors has made the decision to reschedule the upcoming VSI Spring Conference at The Williamsburg Lodge in Colonial Williamsburg to June 9-11, 2021. With the current guidelines for a social gathering at 10 people inside and 25 people outside, the board believes VSI would not be able to…


Thunderclap Highway Safety Message – March 23 at 3 p.m.

Virginia DMV DMV invites you to join in a social media “thunderclap” on Tuesday, March 23 at 3 p.m. to highlight the danger of off-road departures on our roadways – a factor in nearly half of all fatal crashes in Virginia. The point of a thunderclap is to amplify the reach of a message by…


Get to Know Your Sheriffs – Sheriff Donald Simpson – Appomattox County

For the month of March, we are excited to introduce to you Appomattox County Sheriff Donald Simpson. We asked him to give us insight into his career as well as what inspires him outside of law enforcement. When asked what new initiatives he plans to focus on, Sheriff Simpson replied, “My focus in 2021 will…


Blood Drive in Honor of VSP Trooper J.A. Walker

A blood drive will be held in honor of Virginia State Police Master Trooper J.A. Walker on Saturday, March 13, at Ragsdale Community Center in Virginia Beach (20916 Old School Road, McKenny, VA 23872). The drive will take place from 10AM to 3PM. It is the third annual blood drive in his name. Elizabeth Betty…


Get to Know Your Sheriffs – Sheriff Jeremy Fleming – Dickenson County

For the month of February, we are excited to introduce to you Dickenson County Sheriff Jeremy Fleming. We asked him to give us insight into his career as well as what inspires him outside of law enforcement. When asked how law enforcement could build trust among their communities, Sheriff Fleming replied, “I feel the best…


VSA 2021 Bass Fishing Tournament

The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association will be hosting a Bass Fishing Tournament on May 6, 2021! The tournament will take place on Chickahominy Lake, kicking off at 7am. Click HERE to see the event flyer. Click HERE to find the registration form. Click HERE to read the tournament rules. Completed registration and payment are required prior to the…


David K. Bell Appointed as City of Roanoke Sheriff

On February 1, 2021, Sheriff David K. Bell was appointed as Sheriff for the City of Roanoke. Sheriff Bell has close to 29 years of law enforcement service at the Roanoke Sheriff’s Office, with the last 11 years as Chief Deputy. Out of those 11 years, the last 7 were under Sheriff Allen, who retired…


Virginia Sheriffs’ Association Executive Director Appointed to National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA) Executive Director, John W. Jones, has been appointed to represent the nation’s sheriffs on the board of directors of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.  This important organization is the nation’s leader in recognizing law enforcement officers that have paid the ultimate sacrifice.  The memorial and museum are located in Washington…


Seeking nominations for ‘Deputy Sheriff of the Year Award,’ ‘Deputy Sheriff Valor Award,’ and ‘Dispatcher of the Year Award’

The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA) is now accepting nominations for the Deputy Sheriff of the Year Award, Dispatcher of the Year Award, and the Deputy Sheriff Valor Award for 2021. The awards will be presented during the annual conference, being held September 14-16, 2021 at The Hotel Roanoke. These awards provide an excellent way for…


Get to Know Your Sheriffs – Sheriff Michael A. Moore – City of Portsmouth

For the month of January, we are excited to introduce to you City of Portsmouth Sheriff Michael A. Moore. We asked him to give us insight into his career as well as what inspires him outside of law enforcement. When asked what superpower he would like to have, Sheriff Moore replied, “If I could have…