Archives
-
Get to Know Petersburg Sheriff Vanessa Crawford, First African American Female to be Recognized as National Sheriff of the Year
City of Petersburg Sheriff Vanessa Crawford is a wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother: she is also a trailblazer in the law enforcement community, serving as a the first female Sheriff of Petersburg and the longest serving elected official in the city of Petersburg. She proudly states that she has one of the best staffs…
-
Prospective VSI membership letters to be mailed in February 2024
In response to the need for improved, widespread public safety awareness and to assist local sheriffs in protecting the lives and property of citizens throughout Virginia, the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI) has announced a campaign that encourages Commonwealth of Virginia residents to become ‘Associate’ and ‘Business’ members of the VSI. Membership appeals will be mailed…
-
Sheriffs Express Appreciation
By Mr. John W. Jones, Executive Director The VSA is appreciative of the initiatives that were included in the final budget adopted by the General Assembly and made effective in December 2023. The raises included 7% across the board, a targeted compression raises for sworn officers and addressed the salaries of the principal officer by…
-
VSA Membership Crests the 10,000 Mark
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association is proud to announce its membership has passed the 10,000 member mark. Formed in 1933 in Salem, Virginia, comprised of sheriffs, deputies and administrative staff, the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA) enjoys high recognition by the Virginia General Assembly as the primary organization speaking for sheriffs and deputies. Working on many levels and…
-
VSA Condolences on passing of former King William County Sheriff James “Jim” B. Wolford
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association expresses its deepest condolences to the King William County community and to the family of former King William County Sheriff Jim Wolford who passed away November 15, 2023. Wolford dedicated 12 years as Sheriff. He was also a founding member of the Chuckatuck Fire Department, a Virginia State Trooper for 11…
-
Virginia Decision 2023: 96 Current Sheriffs and Sheriff Candidates Elected
Virginia Decision 2023: 96 Current Sheriffs and Sheriff Candidates Elected ~ Democrats take control of Virginia Legislature~ Richmond, VA — Decision 2023 Virginia elections brought change across the Commonwealth. In addition to the members of the House of Delegates and Senate, sheriffs’ seats were also on the ballot. Sheriffs’ elections were held in many…
-
Statement on Israel Conflict from the National Sheriffs’ Association
Washington, DC, October 12, 2023 – The National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) today denounced in the strongest of terms the inhumane, criminal and unprovoked attack against the people and institutions of Israel by the terror group Hamas. Also, NSA is calling for a day of vigilance and honor on Friday October 13, 2023. Casualty reports from Israel demonstrate…
-
Behavioral and Mental Health director & team awarded for drug-awareness initiative
Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office’s Behavioral and Mental Health Director Kerri Rhodes and her team were recognized at the Eastern District of Virginia Public Service Awards ceremony for their extraordinary service. Their “Silent No More” program is a powerful, multi-faceted, and relatable drug-awareness initiative presented to schools and communities to educate on the invisible dangers of…
-
Virginia Sheriffs’ Association elects new officers for 2023-24
The members of the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association elected new officers for 2023-24 in Virginia Beach during the VSA Fall Conference. The following sheriffs were elected to the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association Board of Directors as officers and board members: 2023-3024 VSA Board of Directors President: Sheriff L. W. “Lenny” Millholland, Frederick County Immediate Past President: Sheriff…
-
Hampton Sheriff’s Office Mourns the Passing of Deputy William Bell
On behalf of Sheriff K. E. Bowden and the entire Hampton Sheriff’s Office, we would like to express our sincerest sympathy and condolences to the family on the passing of our beloved brother. Deputy Bell joined the Hampton Sheriff’s Office in 2022 and was assigned to the Court Services Division and later, the Transportation Unit.…
-
Passing of Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Deputy Charles “Chuckie” T. Burgdorf
With much sadness, the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association joins the Rockbridge County and City of Lexington Sheriff’s Office in sharing the news of the death of Deputy Charles “Chuckie” T. Burgdorf. At age 56 he lost a hard fought battle against cancer and passed away Wednesday morning. Chuckie began his career with the Lexington Police Department…
-
VSA Condolences on loss of retired Lieutenant Colonel Stephen “Steve” Salmon
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association expresses its deepest condolences to the Danville community and to the family of retired Danville Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Colonel Steve Salmon. Lt. Col. Salmon dedicated 43 years in service to the Danville Sheriff’s Office and retired three years ago. He passed away suddenly on Friday, September 8, 2023, while on a…