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  • RCSO Participates in the 5th Annual Back to School Event

    The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) was proud to participate in the 5th Annual Back to School Event at the Hair Palace Beauty Supply Store. The coordinators cooked out on the grill and distributed backpacks with school supplies to each child. Also, children were able to get haircuts and hair styles for back to school. RCSO staff…

  • King George Deputies Help Students Start School Strong

    The King George Sheriff’s Office was honored to participate in the King George YMCA Bright Beginnings program on Aug 3rd and Aug 5th joining fellow county employees and volunteers to include King George Cheer Squad to help local children prepare for the upcoming school year! Together, we had the privilege of shopping with over 90…

  • An “Impact & Mission” Focus: Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders Petersburg Sheriff’s Office Hosts 2026 Law Enforcement Camp

    The Petersburg Sheriff’s Office continues its commitment to community outreachthrough the successful completion of the 2026 Law Enforcement Camp. Held from July20–24 at the Petersburg Public Library, the camp served as a bridge between the badgeand the youth of our city. The curriculum went beyond basic instruction, focusing on the core tenets of publicservice, leadership,…

  • Prospective VSI membership letters to be mailed in August 2026

    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…

  • RCSO Hosts Successful American Red Cross Blood Drive

    The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) proudly partnered with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive on Friday, July 31st, bringing together staff, volunteers, and residents to support a vital public health mission. Nearly 30 donors participated, helping collect over 30 units of blood—enough to potentially save up to 90 lives. Throughout the event, deputies…

  • Carroll County Student Receives Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship

    The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office congratulates Laiken Burnett on being selected as the recipient of a 2026-2027 Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship Award! Sheriff Kevin Kemp was honored to present Laiken with this $1,000 scholarship at the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday, August 5. Laiken plans to continue her education while pursuing a career in…

  • RCSO Participates in the 18th Annual Ray Neblett’s ICB Basketball Camp

    The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) was proud to participate in the 18th Annual Ray Neblett’s Inner City Basketball (ICB) Camp, an event dedicated to supporting local youth through mentorship, teamwork, and positive engagement. This year’s camp brought together community leaders, volunteers, and young athletes from across the city for a week of life skills…

  • RCSO Participates in Fundraiser to Help Children Battling Cancer

    The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) proudly joined forces with CBS Channel 6 to support this year’s Anthem LemonAid Stand fundraiser, an annual community tradition dedicated to benefit children battling cancer at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU. Together, RCSO staff and CBS Channel 6 volunteers sold a cup of lemonade for $1 to…

  • Bedford County Sheriff’s Office Honors Personnel and Community Partners

    The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office recently held its biannual Pinning and Awards Ceremony, recognizing the dedication, professionalism, and service of its deputies, civilian staff, and community partners. During the ceremony, two new deputies were officially pinned as they began their careers in law enforcement, while four employees, including two deputies and two civilian staff members,…

  • Hampton Sheriff’s Office Connects with Community at Hands Across Hampton Roads

    Sheriff Bowden and members of the Hampton Sheriff’s Office recently participated in Claus Cares’ Hands Across Hampton Roads Community Day at Vanguard Brewpub & Distillery. Throughout the event, deputies connected with community members while sharing water bottles, Junior Deputy hats, child identification kits, pens, puzzle books, and other giveaways designed to promote safety and engage…

  • Bristol Sheriff’s Office Connects with Families at Annual Mini Golf Event

    Sheriff Tyrone Foster and members of the Bristol Virginia Sheriff’s Office recently joined fellow first responders, city officials and community partners for the City of Bristol’s third annual Mini Golf with a First Responder event at Traveling Bear Indoor Mini Golf. The family-friendly event brought together children, parents and local emergency responders in a relaxed…

  • RCSO Participates in the Richmond TRIAD Aging Well & Safety Expo

    The Richmond TRIAD Aging Well & Safety Expo brought together older adults, caregivers, and community partners for a day dedicated to health, safety, and empowerment and fun. Attendees engaged with local organizations, received valuable safety information, and explored resources designed to support aging well in the Richmond community. The event featured informative presentations, helpful demonstrations,…