News Flash

Posted on: June 6, 2023

GREAT TIME AT JAKES EVENT

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The Franklin County Longbeards / Jakes held their annual event recently at the Sontag Recreation Park. 
The Office of the Sheriff was their with our drone, bicycles, COPS volunteers and we registered the children to win a boys and girls bicycles.
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: June 5, 2023

STOP STEALING ROAD SIGNS

Sign Stealing

Did you know, that every time a road sign is stolen, it costs $210 to replace the unit? That is $210 from the taxpayers pocket. 
Since the middle of March, there have been at least 70 sign units stolen and the poles knocked down throughout Frankli...
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: June 3, 2023

SML BOAT PATROL STARTED FOR SUMMER

SML Boat Patrol

Our Summer 2023 Smith Mountain Lake boat patrol has begun. Before putting your boat on the water this year, make sure you have all your required equipment based on the size of your boat.

Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: June 2, 2023

WATCH FOR KIDS PLAYING

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As school lets out for the summer, we will see children out playing, riding bikes and enjoying the break.
Watch for them as you travel our roadways.
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: May 15, 2023

HOME FIRE SAFETY PLAN

Fire Safety Plan

Does your family know what to do, where to go in case of a house fire?
Create a Home Fire Safety Plan today!
Check out this website from Ready.gov for great tips and plans.
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: May 12, 2023

BE PREPARED FOR SEVERE WEATHER

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During severe spring or summer weather events, have these items ready for emergencies.
Plan ahead!
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: May 12, 2023

TEACH YOUR CHILDREN ABOUT BICYCLE SAFETY

Child Bike Safety

Here is a great resource for children and parents when it comes to bike safety.
Take a look at the link below
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 26, 2023

BE SMART, CLICK THE BELT

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Reminding all our residents, click the seat belt in place before driving.

As the graphic says, "Click it or ticket, Arrive alive"

Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 18, 2023

WORK ZONE VIOLATION FINES ARE COSTLY

Work Zones

46.2-878.1 of the Virginia Code states a violation could come with a $500 fine.
Slow down when approaching a work zone, be alert to workers and equipment in or near the roadway.
Keep our work zones safe for all involved.
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 18, 2023

DON'T DRIVE DROWSY

Dont Drive Drowsy

More than 40% of drivers admitted they have fallen asleep behind the wheel. (AAA)
Sound familiar? 
Nationwide, over 1,500 deaths are the results of drowsy driving each year. (NHTSA)
Way too many!
When you sleepy and continue to drive, you are a threa...
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 17, 2023

SUPPORTING OUR AREA FARMERS

Share Road With Farmers

Every day, our farmers put in long work hours. Part of that day is moving farm equipment from field to field. 
When they have to be on our highways and right-a-ways for a short period of time, make sure to share the road safely with them. Slow dow...
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 17, 2023

SHINING STAR AWARDED - DEPUTY RUMLEY

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The Office of the Sheriff is proud to present Deputy Rumley with a Shining Star award! Recently, there was a shoplifting case in the county and Deputy Rumley's attention to detail, district integrity, and taking the time to be in/out of stores in...
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 14, 2023

WHAT IS A FLOOD WATCH / FLOOD WARNING

Flood Watch Warning

We are closing in on the time frame when quick, spring storms begin to pop up in our area. Some will bring amounts of rain, very quickly.  Check out these graphics on what constitutes a flood watch and flood warning.
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 13, 2023

SHINING STAR AWARDED - DEPUTY POWELL

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The Office of the Sheriff recently presented Deputy Powell with not one, but TWO,  Shining Star awards! The first one was for his compassion and professionalism shown to family during a death of their loved one. The family contacted our office af...
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 11, 2023

ANNUAL FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS

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The Office of the Sheriff is excited to kick off our 12th Annual Special Olympics Benefit Fundraiser for the 2023 year! This year we have a Browning AB3 Stalker in .308 caliber. Tickets are $5.00 each
Drawing will be held on Friday June 9th at 5:00pm
To sup...
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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 10, 2023

DENSE FOG DRIVING

Dense Fog Driving

As we near springtime, it is not unusual to have heavy concentrations of fog in the morning! Follow these simply driving tips to avoid trouble when travelling.

Check out the information on the graphic attached for good fog driving tips.

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Sheriff Spotlight
Posted on: April 10, 2023

FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE IS NATIONALLY ACCREDITED

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Sheriff Overton is proud to formally announce that the Franklin County Sheriff's Office has been awarded national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Although this award was approved by CALE...
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Sheriff Spotlight