Posted on: June 5, 2023
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...
Posted on: June 2, 2023
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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Posted on: May 24, 2023
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!
Posted on: April 27, 2023
The National Weather Service uses a couple definitions to define "Thunderstorm Watch" and "Thunderstorm Warning"
See the graphic for details
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Posted on: April 15, 2023
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!
Posted on: April 13, 2023
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles has great information on their website on selecting, placement, installing and training of child safety seats.
Posted on: March 26, 2020
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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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