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  • Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office Holds Promotion and Recognition Ceremony

    On January 10, 2024, Sheriff Kyle M. Moore of the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office held a ceremony to honor several employees for their promotions and outstanding contributions to the department. The event recognized both professional advancements and acts of exceptional service, highlighting the dedication of the Sheriff’s Office team to the community they serve. Promotions:…

  • Feeding the Community: Newport News Sheriff’s Office’s Contribution to Dr. King Day of Service

    The Newport News Sheriff’s Office (NNSO) recently participated in the Day of Service Food Drive, an initiative encouraging employees to clear their pantries or shop for canned goods to support the Foodbank of the Virginia Peninsula. This year, NNSO collected nearly 500 pounds of food and $200. Donated items were gathered in boxes and weighed…

  • Captain Darnell Black: Petersburg Sheriff’s Office Leader Named SOVA Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

    Earlier this year, Petersburg Sheriff’s Office own Captain Darnell Black was honored as the Southern Virginia (SOVA) Chamber of Commerce Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Captain Black’s impressive career journey with the Petersburg Sheriff’s Office showcases his remarkable dedication, resilience, and exceptional skills as a law enforcement professional. Beginning in 2012 and rising swiftly…

  • Newport News Sheriff’s Office Wins National Recognition in Community Policing Photo Contest

    The Newport News Sheriff’s Office (NNSO) has been selected as one of 12 winners in the 2025 Community Policing in Action photo contest, chosen from more than 100 entries submitted by law enforcement agencies nationwide. The contest, organized by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS), celebrates moments that highlight positive interactions between law…

  • National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: January 9

    Each year on January 9, we honor the dedication and sacrifice of law enforcement officers across the nation. This special day provides an opportunity to show appreciation for the hardworking sheriffs, deputies, and all law enforcement professionals who protect and serve our communities. It is also a time to remember and honor those who have…

  • Petersburg Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Honored as City’s Employee of the Month

    The Petersburg Sheriff’s Office is proud to celebrate Lt. Rodney Tucker, who has been recognized as the City of Petersburg’s Employee of the Month. With more than 30 years of experience in corrections and law enforcement – including 23 years of dedicated service to the Petersburg Sheriff’s Office – Lt. Tucker exemplifies professionalism and commitment…

  • Project Lifesaver: Providing Peace of Mind in Newport News

    Newport News Sheriff Gabe Morgan’s Project Lifesaver program is a lifeline for residents with cognitive conditions who may wander from safety. Offered free of charge, the program serves about 60 children and adults, giving their loved ones much-needed peace of mind. The program relies on donations and two annual fundraisers – a car and bike…

  • NNSO commits to helping young children learn to read

    Sworn and civilian staff of the Newport News Sheriff’s Office are helping young children learn to read.  NNSO volunteers are trained each year and then make the weekly trip to the Title I schools to spend an hour with students k through grade 2 are reading below their grade level. Sheriff Morgan knows how important…

  • Newport News Sheriff’s Office serves generous helpings of Yuletide spirit

    Several members of the Newport News Sheriff’s Office donned aprons and gloves to serve lunch at the Yuletide Greetings luncheon. More than 150 men and women, age 50 and over, enjoyed a holiday lunch of turkey and all the trimmings and pumpkin pie for dessert, served up by the NNSO and Newport News police personnel.…

  • Spreading Holiday Cheer: Newport News Deputies and Police Shop with 32 Deserving Kids

    Kids and Christmas go hand in hand.  Newport News Sheriff’s Office deputies joined forces with Newport News police officers to take 32 deserving children shopping.   Santa arrived to say Merry Christmas and kick off the annual Shop With A Cop.  Sponsored by Newport News FOP Lodge #25, each child received $250 to spend.  They walked…

  • Arlington County Sheriff’s Office Honors Decades of Dedicated Service

    The Arlington County Sheriff’s Office recently celebrated outstanding team members for their decades of commitment and service. Those recognized were Ms. Cecelia Escobar, Cpl. Richard Konte, Lt. Bryan Foster, Lt. Zenia Grant, Ms. Valarie Moore, Sgt. Timothy Thomas with 25 Years of Service, and Ms. Sandra Perez with 30 Years of Service.

  • Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office Celebrates No-Shave November Success

    The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) had another great No-Shave November fundraiser. We raised $11,250—112% of our goal! Two of our deputies battled to the very end to raise the most money: Master Deputy (MD) Mark Jones and Deputy First Class (DFC) Benjamin McCracken, each raised over $1,100. While DFC McCracken raised the most, he graciously noted…