News Flash

Posted on: June 5, 2023

FACEBOOK SCAM ALERT

Scam Alert

The Office of the Sheriff wants to alert users to a very common Facebook Scam. Comments like the two photos that are attached to this post are coming up frequently on many of our Standing Watch posts. Unfortunately, we cannot 100% prevent these comments f...
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Sheriff News
Posted on: June 2, 2023

STUDENT HAS SOLITOR'S PERMIT

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Alexandra has her Franklin County Solicitor's Permit, signed by Sheriff Bill Overton, and has met all the county's requirements.

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Sheriff News
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Water Safety for Kids

Kids Water Safety

This American Red Cross website has wonderful resources to help your child learn about water safety while having fun in and around water. 
Click below for a "whale of" ideas!
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Sheriff News
Posted on: April 27, 2023

THUNDERSTORM DEFINITIONS

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The National Weather Service uses a couple definitions to define "Thunderstorm Watch" and "Thunderstorm Warning"

See the graphic for details

Sheriff News
Posted on: April 15, 2023

HEY FRANKLIN COUNTY TEENS, HELP US SPREAD THE WORD

FC Teens Dont Drive Distracted

Data shows all ages drive distracted at times. 
A message for our county teenagers, you help set a great example for all.
DONT CALL OR TEXT WHILE DRIVING!
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Sheriff News
Posted on: April 13, 2023

CORRECT CHILD CAR SEAT SAVES LIVES

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The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles has great information on their website on selecting, placement, installing and training of child safety seats.
See this link below:
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Sheriff News
Posted on: March 26, 2020

IMPORTANT TO WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY

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See photo (attached)

Great information from the Franklin County Department of Public Safety.

Note #5 on how to turn off the water.

Also remember, use your drying towel to open the door/s/ exiting the restroom area.

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