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SHERIFF’S OFFICE WRAPS UP NATIONAL NIGHT OUT WEEK

The past several days, Standing Watch has posted about our office celebrating National Night Out. Choosing to cancel this year’s event, we wanted an opportunity to showcase some of our past NNO nights. Many other divisions, agencies, groups, org...

SHOWCASING DIVISIONS OF THE FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

The Office of the Sheriff is a full-service law enforcement agency for the County of Franklin and is responsible for ensuring that our residents receive emergency services in a timely and efficient manner. The Office employs 120-125 members, both sworn an...

DEPUTY INVOLVEMENT IN LOCAL SCHOOLS

Franklin County has 12 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school with a total of approximately 6,600 students. Protecting our children while they are attending school is a top priority for the Office of the Sheriff. In addition to the 4 Schoo...

OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF AND PROJECT LIFESAVER

SHERIFF'S OFFICE WELCOMES BABIES

The Sheriff’s Office had four of their male deputies produce a photo of their new baby girls. Sheriff Overton was also involved holding his new granddaughter. 5 baby girls.

The Office of the Sheriff did a photo-shoot over a year ago with several ...

LAW ENFORCEMENT SAYS BUCKLE UP

Continuing our partnership with Virginia DMV, watch this video from Virginia State Police and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office concerning seat belts.

The life you save could be yours. Please, buckle up Franklin County!

Buckle Up Video

FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE K9 SASHA RECEIVES DONATED BODY ARMOR

Franklin County Sheriff’s Office K9 Sasha has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.. K9 Sasha’s vest was sponsored by Don and Misty Fike of ...

BOAT PATROL ON THE WATER

Franklin County Sheriff’s Office began the boat patrol several years ago thanks to the donations of concerned residents in the Smith Mountain Lake area. The FCSO boat is normally on the lake from May to September, with our focus on assistance an...

E911 DISPATCHER ALWAYS AT THE READY

At our National Night Out events, all one has to do is ask the Dispatcher Center to participate and they are willing.

Photos show our 2019 celebration showcasing what a great display the E911 gang put together and some pictures show them in our high school...

E911 DISPATCHER WINS AWARD

WoodmenLife and the Franklin County Communication Center/ Sheriff’s Office would like to recognize Megan Shiner for her commitment to our community for the month of July! Giving of oneself is the greatest gift anyone can ever give. Through the w...

NEW FRANKLIN COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER OPENS

Today marks the completion of the new $1.4 million facility. The building is brightly lit with plenty of natural lighting and has an easy to navigate floor plan. At 6,000 sq ft the new facility is more than three times the size of the previous shelter whi...

SHOWCASING SPORTS MARTIAL ARTS

SPOTLIGHT ON K9'S

THANKING PUBLIC SAFETY DURING NATIONAL NIGHT OUT WEEK

TODAY WOULD HAVE BEEN A VERY BUSY DAY

Without the interference of COVID-19, members of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office would have began this morning preparing the setup for National Night Out later in the evening. Under good weather conditions, over 500 residents would have bee...

CELEBRATING NATIONAL NIGHT OUT IN A DIFFERENT WAY

In light of having to cancel this year’s National Night Out, we will be highlighting several sections and divisions of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office on social media and on our website during this first week of August.

Today&r...

WOODLAWN BAPTIST CHURCH DELIVERS BLESSING BAGS TO FCSO

The members of Woodlawn Baptist Church wanted to show their appreciation to all the members of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and their dedication to the community. Together the members of the church put together over 100 blessing bags fil...

SWEETS DONATED TO FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

On Thursday, July 9th, Lisa Jones with Brame Specialty donated trays of delicious cookies and cinnamon rolls to the Office of the Sheriff as a "thank you" for their law enforcement services.

 Pictured is (L-R): Captain Phillip Young and ...

SHERIFF'S OFFICE ASKS RESIDENTS TO BE AWARE OF HEAT STROKE

A follow up to yesterday’s post on "Beat The Heat", the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office asks residents to read up on Heat Stroke.

The website link (attached) is a good source to educate ourselves on this issue.

The EMEDICINEHE...

FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE SAYS "BEAT THE HEAT"

MOVEMENT MORTGAGE DONATES PIZZA LUNCH TO OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF

On Thursday, July 2nd, members of the Office of the Sheriff were treated to a pizza lunch (plus cookies and soda) by Kathryn Polk-NMLS #786501 Movement Mortgage for their Frontline Heroes program! As always, the donation was very appreciated! Thank you fo...

E911 DISPATCHER AIDS IN BIRTH OF BABY

Recently, a Franklin County mother couldn’t wait for rescue to arrive. She called 911 and thanks to Dispatcher Creighton’s assistance, this baby boy made his entrance into this world safely. 

Franklin County Communications star...

EXTENDED BRIDGE CLOSURE ALERT ON COLONIAL TURNPIKE

Beginning now, the bridge over the Pigg River on Colonial Turnpike will close for construction. This closure is expected to last until November of 2021. Be advised that travel in this area will be affected with detours!

LOCAL CHURCH DONATES HANDMADE CARDS WITH MEAL GIFT CARDS

Recently, Franklin Heights Church donated amazing handmade cards to each and every member of the Office of the Sheriff! Inside of each card was an uplifting message of support, and gift cards for McDonald’s. The Office of the Sheriff is so thank...

WATCH FOR OUR OVER THE ROAD HAULERS

Driving trucks professionally for a living is a hard job and dangerous job. It requires a great deal of skill and constant alertness.As they deliver many of our necessities very day, we can help them by following some simple rules when we are on the highw...

SHERIFF'S OFFICE ADVISES DO A SELF INSPECTION OF YOUR VEHICLE

Once a year Virginia State Inspection is good, but may not be enough to ward off vehicle problems when you travel.

Creating the habit of doing self-inspections of your auto is a good way to prevent unexpected maintenance costs down the road.

Also, before yo...

WE CARE ATV RIDE A HUGE SUCCESS

This past Saturday, the We Care held their ATV ride around the Blue Ridge Parkway.Organizer and former long time Franklin County Sheriff’s Office member, Harry Clingenpeel stated they had many riders and raised over $1,450 dollars for We Care No...