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Charles City Sheriff Jones holds inaugural ‘Shop with a Sheriff’

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…


Newport News Sheriff’s Office holds promotion and awards ceremony

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…


King George children ‘Shop with a Sheriff’

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…