# sheriff (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover sheriff. Page: Feed: --- ## [Jan-Care Ambulance catches fire at Oak Hill station](https://www.lootpress.com/jan-care-ambulance-catches-fire-at-oak-hill-station/) _2026-08-21 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ OAK HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Jan-Care Ambulance caught fire while being started at the company’s Oak Hill station Thursday evening. According to Jan-Care Ambulance, the incident occurred around 6:15 p.m. when an ambulance parked at the station caught fire as it was being started. Crew members immediately began efforts to suppress the fire and \[…\] ## [USDA announces $1.7 million for sidewalk improvements in Rainelle](https://www.lootpress.com/usda-announces-1-7-million-for-sidewalk-improvements-in-rainelle/) _2026-08-21 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ RAINELLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Town of Rainelle will receive $1.7 million in federal funding to rehabilitate aging sidewalks and improve pedestrian safety and stormwater drainage throughout the community. U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development West Virginia State Director John Reisenweber announced the investment Thursday. The funding is being provided through USDA Rural Development’s… ## [One person dies after vehicle crashes into tree in West Virginia](https://www.lootpress.com/one-person-dies-after-vehicle-crashes-into-tree-in-west-virginia/) _2026-08-20 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ MONONGALIA COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Morgantown man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Tuesday in Monongalia County, according to the Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded Aug. 19 to a crash on Route 7 near Dry Run Road. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies arrived to find that William Kent Hamilton, of Morgantown, had \[…\] ## [The Outpost in Fayetteville temporarily closes following flooding, storm damage](https://www.lootpress.com/the-outpost-in-fayetteville-temporarily-closes-following-flooding-storm-damage/) _2026-08-20 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ FAYETTEVILLE, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A campground and lodging destination near the New River Gorge Bridge has temporarily closed following flooding and storm damage in Fayette County earlier this week. The Outpost New River Gorge announced the temporary closure Thursday, saying crews are assessing and restoring areas of the property affected by the recent severe weather. \[…\] ## [Man accused of soliciting juvenile after West Virginia State Fair meeting, offering Fortnite items](https://www.lootpress.com/man-accused-of-soliciting-juvenile-after-west-virginia-state-fair-meeting-offering-fortnite-items/) _2026-08-20 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ GREENBRIER COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Greenbrier County Sheriff’s Office has made an arrest following an investigation into allegations involving the online solicitation of a juvenile male through electronic communications and online gaming platforms. According to the sheriff’s office, the juvenile reportedly met Adam S. Hamm of Summersville at the West Virginia State Fair in \[…\] ## [Princeton Senior High School evacuated as fire department assesses situation](https://www.lootpress.com/princeton-senior-high-school-evacuated-as-fire-department-assesses-situation/) _2026-08-20 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ PRINCETON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Students and staff at Princeton Senior High School were moved outside the building Thursday morning as a safety precaution while firefighters assessed an unspecified situation at the school. According to Mercer County Schools, the Princeton Fire Department responded to the school and was evaluating the situation. School officials said all students \[…\] ## [Fayette County agencies, volunteers continue flood relief efforts along route 61](https://www.lootpress.com/fayette-county-agencies-volunteers-continue-flood-relief-efforts-along-route-61/) _2026-08-20 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ FAYETTE COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Emergency responders, county agencies and volunteers are continuing efforts to assist Fayette County residents affected by extensive flooding along Route 61. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Department said deputies are working alongside the Fayette County Commission, Fayette County Office of Emergency Management, Fayette County 911, Loup Creek Fire Department, West… ## [Former West Virginia sheriff’s deputy indicted on federal civil rights charge](https://www.lootpress.com/former-west-virginia-sheriffs-deputy-indicted-on-federal-civil-rights-charge/) _2026-08-20 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ KANAWHA COUNTY, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A former Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been federally indicted on a civil rights charge stemming from the alleged sexual assault of a female inmate while she was in his custody. Cass Aaron Close, 56, was charged with one count of deprivation of rights under color of law, according \[…\] ## [Concord University student arrested after brandishing knife during on-campus altercation](https://www.lootpress.com/concord-university-student-arrested-after-brandishing-knife-during-on-campus-altercation/) _2026-08-19 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ ATHENS, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A Concord University student was arrested Wednesday afternoon after allegedly brandishing a knife during an altercation near a campus residence hall, according to university officials. Concord University Police Chief Mark Stella informed students that campus police responded to an altercation near South Towers Residence Hall involving two students. “One student was \[…\] ## [Former National Park Service employee sentenced for stealing donations at New River Gorge](https://www.lootpress.com/former-national-park-service-employee-sentenced-for-stealing-donations-at-new-river-gorge/) _2026-08-19 · Lootpress News Writer · Lootpress_ CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A former National Park Service employee has been sentenced to one year of federal probation after admitting to stealing money from a donation box at New River Gorge National Park and Preserve. James Masters, 38, of Victor, was also ordered to pay $150 in restitution for theft of government property. According \[…\] ## [Point a Domain, Start a Pit (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7gM4L6Ccxe0d) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Point any domain to a blacked-out, poison-green coming-soon page with an email waitlist. ## [Banners honoring Ozark County veterans go up on square to commemorate U.S. birthday](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/banners-honoring-ozark-county-veterans-go-square-commemorate-us-birthday) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ Banners honoring Ozark County veterans who died in combat are being displayed on the Gainesville square in honor of America's 250 birthday. Those entering the square from the southwest corner are met with this banner honoring Audie Luna, who died in 1945 during World War II. The back of each banner expresses thanks to all Ozark County veterans and credits those who helped make the project… ## [Jim Britt wins Presiding Commissioner race in Primary](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/jim-britt-wins-presiding-commissioner-race-primary) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ Jim Britt ## [Kiersten Snider wins PA race, first woman to hold the position](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/kiersten-snider-wins-pa-race-first-woman-hold-position) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ Kierstan Snider ## [Margie Payton’s paintings become parting gifts at celebration of life](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/margie-payton%E2%80%99s-paintings-become-parting-gifts-celebration-life) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ These are some of the many paintings hung in Clinkingbeard Funeral home in Gainesville last week for a celebration of life in honor of Isabella resident Margie Payton. Guests were invited to take the artwork home with them after the service. ## [‘The Organic Gypsy’ food truck serves up fresh, healthy lunches](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/%E2%80%98-organic-gypsy%E2%80%99-food-truck-serves-fresh-healthy-lunches) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ Gainesville residents Mitch Slowick and Megan Pueppke opened “The Organic Gypsy” food truck last week in the parking lot across from Crossroads Drips & Dips on Highway 160 in Gainesville. ## [Residents attend Monday’s commissioners meeting in support of sheriff’s office cameras](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/residents-attend-monday%E2%80%99s-commissioners-meeting-support-sheriff%E2%80%99s-office-cameras) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ KYTV reporter Adam Woodbrey visited the Ozark County Sheriff’s Department this week, filming a segement on the highly discussed Verkada cameras installed in two locations in Ozark County. To view the clip, search KY3.com for “Ozark County sheriff tests Verkada security cameras amid privacy concerns.” ## [Gainesville man and wife open septic business](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/gainesville-man-and-wife-open-septic-business) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ ## [Popular YouTuber’s video about Ozark County has mixed reactions](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/popular-youtuber%E2%80%99s-video-about-ozark-county-has-mixed-reactions) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ The words that started the conversation. Nick Johnson’s opening description of Ozark County sparked plenty of discussion online, but by the end of his visit, he said he found something he didn’t expect, a community full of friendly faces, hometown pride and a charm that can’t be measured by a single economic statistic. ## [Gainesville business owner asks city council to allow UTVs on city streets](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/gainesville-business-owner-asks-city-council-allow-utvs-city-streets) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ This photo was recently taken of Mike Gardner’s side-by-side, which has to be loaded on a trailer and pulled by a tractor, for the couple miles it takes to get from The Antler Pizza & Package to The Harlin House or his other nearby businesses due to a city ordinance that prevents UTVs to operate on city streets. He is now asking the city council to consider revising that ordinance to allow UTVs… ## [Sheriff says controversial cameras only up for 30 days](https://ozarkcountytimes.com/news-local-news/sheriff-says-controversial-cameras-only-30-days) _2026-08-13 · admin · Ozark County Times_ Times photo/Jessi Dreckman Sheriff Cass Martin says this newly installed camera, located on Highway 160, near West Plains Propane, will only be up for a trial period of 30 days. ## [Sync Bookmarks Everywhere (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/yGhwyBZKkyJS) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Two-way sync keeps folders and toolbar intact across Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. ## [Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed in Franklin County Superior Court Alleging Severe Failures by Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, Maria Parham Health, Henderson Emergency Physicians, the Town of Franklinton, and the Franklinton Police Department](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/08/wrongful-death-lawsuit-filed-in.html) _2026-08-11 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ Click to See Case File : 26CV001633-340 Overview According to the complaint, police responded on March 31, 2024 to a standoff involving Christian David Webster, who allegedly fired shots, threatened officers, and barricaded himself inside a residence shared with the eventual victims. Police ultimately restrained Webster, seized his firearm, and transported him for an involuntary commitment… ## [Meredith Wester, Director of Programs, of the Franklin County Sheriff's Office update on Opioid funding .](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/08/meredith-wester-director-of-programs-of.html) _2026-08-01 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ Meredith Wester, Director of Programs, of the Franklin County Sheriff's Office update on Opioid funding presentation. The Sheriff's Office SMART Team (Substance Use and Mental Health Advocacy Response Team) was created to combat the Opioid and Mental health pandemic affecting Franklin County citizens. Key takeaway High Prevalence of Addiction and Mental Illness Jail Population Needs : A staggering… ## [After the North Carolina General Assembly passed Senate Bill 1076, Mayor Christopher Neal asks why Louisburg received permanent restrictions while other communities received temporary measures and additional oversight.](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/07/after-north-carolina-general-assembly.html) _2026-07-31 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ I have served Louisburg for years, and I have never seen our town lose this much control this fast. The people I serve deserve an honest answer about why. By Christopher Neal, Mayor of Louisburg When I took the oath as mayor of Louisburg, I made a promise to look out for this town and everyone in it. I take that promise seriously, which is why I want to speak plainly to my neighbors about… ## [Sherry Denise Battle, Louisburg Domestic Violence Advocate Writes First Book](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/07/sherry-denise-battle-louisburg-domestic.html) _2026-07-31 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ Louisburg, NC - Writing has always been a meaningful part of my life. Even during life's most difficult times including times of profound grief, I have found myself returning to the written page. As far back as I can remember, even as a child, I have written poetry, kept journals, and poured my thoughts onto paper. Writing has been a constant companion through every emotion, including moments of… ## [What Senegal Taught me about Being Black in ‘America’](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/what-senegal-taught-me-about-being) _2026-07-22 · Shaheed Price · All Rise_ ‘My only worry was being held up by customs for being Black, Muslim, a documented gang member and a felon.’ ## [Second time in recent sessions , North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) has specifically targeted the Town of Louisburg.](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/07/second-time-in-recent-sessions-north.html) _2026-07-21 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ Senate Bill 1076, sponsored by Senator Lisa Stone Barnes, removes the Town of Louisburg's ability to transfer revenues from its Electric Fund to general municipal accounts or economic development projects. This bill became law earlier this month. This is the second time in recent sessions that the North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) has specifically targeted the Town of Louisburg. Just last… ## [Sheriff’s office identifies man involved in standoff](https://www.bensoncountynews.com/2026/07/02/sheriffs-office-identifies-man-involved-in-standoff/) _2026-07-02 · Editor · Benson County Farmers Press_ The Benson County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) has identified the man involved in a standoff south of Maddock last week as Joseph Tracy of Maddock. According to a sheriff’s office report, on June 25 the BCSO received a call from a rural Maddock resident stating that a male had stolen a pickup from an outbuilding on… ## [Franklinton resident Lindon Otis Porter has been charged with serious drug trafficking offenses](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/06/franklinton-resident-lindon-otis-porter.html) _2026-07-01 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ Case File Case File 2 Case File 3 FRANKLINTON, N.C. — Franklinton resident Lindon Otis Porter has been charged with serious drug trafficking offenses and faces a significant bond set at $5,000,000. Porter has waived his right to an attorney and is attempting to secure his release using pseudo-legal "Sovereign Citizen" tactics. The arrest warrant outlines six felony counts related to drug… ## [Franklin County resident expressed concern after receiving political deceptive mailer from The Heritage Foundation](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/06/franklin-county-resident-expressed.html) _2026-06-26 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ LOUISBURG, NC — Franklin County resident expressed concern after receiving political deceptive mailer. The letters, distributed by Washington D.C.-based conservative think tank The Heritage Foundation, have prompted discussion about potential voter intimidation. Local residents have reported feeling alarmed by the tone and presentation of the mailer, leading some community members to issue… ## [Standoff south of Maddock: SWAT team called, several charges pending](https://www.bensoncountynews.com/2026/06/25/standoff-south-of-maddock-swat-team-called-several-charges-pending/) _2026-06-25 · Editor · Benson County Farmers Press_ The morning of June 25, the usually calm atmosphere around Maddock was interrupted with the sounds of sirens and several emergency vehicles rushing southbound on Highway 30. At 9 a.m., Benson County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) received a call from a rural Maddock resident stating a male had stolen a pickup from an outbuilding on the… ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/n7TtFeOgy8qE) _2026-06-25 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [A Black former manufacturing assistant manager is suing Palziv North America, Inc., alleging a pervasive pattern of racial discrimination, unequal pay, and constructive termination.](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/06/a-black-former-manufacturing-assistant.html) _2026-06-17 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ Click to See Case File LOUISBURG, N.C. — A federal civil rights lawsuit has been filed against industrial manufacturer Palziv North America, Inc. by a former production leader who claims he was subjected to extensive racial discrimination, retaliatory treatment, and a massive wage gap compared to his White peers. The plaintiff, a Black resident of Franklin County, worked at the facility from 2017… ## [Primary results available](https://www.bensoncountynews.com/2026/06/10/primary-results-available/) _2026-06-10 · Editor · Benson County Farmers Press_ Primary election results for Benson and Nelson counties, including city results, are available at the links below. NC 2026 primary BC 2026 primary ## [Setting the Record Straight on the Franklin County Schools Budget Press Release](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/06/setting-record-straight-on-franklin.html) _2026-06-03 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ While the headline of the recent press release celebrates a historic $31,092,333 in local investment in Franklin County Schools, the text omits a critical structural detail: not all of this money stays in traditional district classrooms. When the press release states that $31 million is being invested in "Franklin County Schools," the Franklin School Board press release lumps public and charter… ## [KIMBERLY B. DENTON Vs Franklin County Sheriff, Kevin White Latest Case Filings: Sheriff White Denies Broad Discovery in Denton Litigation](https://fcnonews.blogspot.com/2026/05/kimberly-b-denton-vs-franklin-county.html) _2026-06-01 · Franklin County News Online · Franklin County News Online_ The latest major update in the case of Kimberly B. Denton v. Kevin White ( File No: 25CV001981-340 ) is that the lawsuit has progressed into active discovery. According to case files, Sheriff White's legal team are in the process of assembling a list of current and former Franklin County employees who shared his negative opinion of former county manager Kim Denton's performance to present as… ## [‘It was Never About Money for Us’: Lack of Police Accountability Plagues National City](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/it-was-never-about-money-for-us-lack) _2026-05-19 · Roberto Camacho · All Rise_ Four years after his brother’s murder, Roberto Umana warns police violence in National City is inevitable. ## [CA Law Addressing Racial Discrimination in Courts Still Providing Little Relief](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/ca-law-addressing-racial-discrimination) _2026-05-15 · Maya Srikrishnan · All Rise_ Alameda County public defender discusses the challenges to implementing the Racial Justice Act. ## [Months After Prison Organizer James Pittman’s Death, Family Still Waiting for Answers](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/months-after-prison-organizer-james) _2026-02-05 · Laila Aziz · All Rise_ On February 27, James Pittman died from unknown circumstances while in the custody of the San Diego Sheriff’s Department after being transferred to an Escondido hospital from the Vista jail nearly two weeks prior. ## [Qualified Immunity: Where Police Accountability Goes to Die](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/qualified-immunity-where-police-accountability) _2026-02-02 · Askari Abdul-Muntaqim · All Rise_ This court doctrine has made it nearly impossible to prosecute police violence since the Civil Rights Era. ## [Resisting Borders: How Communities Mobilize Against Immigration Enforcement](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/resisting-borders-how-communities) _2026-01-30 · Asma Abdi · All Rise_ San Diego communities face mass deportations with new lessons and multiple defense strategies. ## [Settler Legacies Set CA Ablaze: Why Abolishing Prisons Means Land Back](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/settler-legacies-set-ca-ablaze-why) _2026-01-30 · Jackie Bryant · All Rise_ Border 2 Fire filled prisons with smoke, yet posed ‘no danger' according to Sheriff’s. ## [San Diego Sheriff’s Rule with an Iron Fist](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/san-diego-sheriffs-rule-with-an-iron) _2026-01-24 · Michael Whyte · All Rise_ The image of a sheriff instantly conjures up scenes from old Western movies: lone figures, often with handlebar mustaches, enforcing their own arbitrary justice in tense standoffs with outlaws in dusty towns. ## [Keeping Us Safe or Keeping Us Separate?: Unpacking Surveillance Culture](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/keeping-us-safe-or-keeping-us-separate) _2026-01-20 · Mariam · All Rise_ Muslim immigrants explain the harsh consequences on communities subjected to surveillance culture. ## [Big Corporations and Law Enforcement Duped Californians into Voting Against their Interests](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/big-corporations-and-law-enforcement) _2026-01-09 · Shaheed Price · All Rise_ Prop 36 is one of many ballot measures to pass based on ‘tough-on-crime’ misinformation. ## [Racializing and Weaponizing ‘Man’s Best Friend’](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/racializing-and-weaponizing-mans) _2026-01-04 · Mitchelle Woodson · All Rise_ “The dog is the most potent, versatile weapon ever invented…You can’t shoot around corners, but dogs can go anywhere you direct them — like guided missiles. ## [Your survival is an inconvenience to the state: Meet the people organizing accordingly](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/your-survival-is-an-inconvenience) _2026-01-04 · Stacey Uy · All Rise_ The pandemic isn’t over. Long COVID is real. And how we resist misinformation matters. ## [Taking the Future in Their Hands: Youth Rally to Shape School Board Leadership](https://allrisesd.substack.com/p/taking-the-future-in-their-hands) _2026-01-04 · Lucky Aden · All Rise_ In November 2024, 16 and 17 year olds in Oakland and Berkeley, California, made history by winning the right to vote for their school board representatives. ## [Three sheriff candidates advance after interviews](https://www.bensoncountynews.com/2025/09/05/three-sheriff-candidates-advance-after-interviews/) _2025-09-05 · Editor · Benson County Farmers Press_ BY K. L. GLOVER Three candidates for the position of Benson County sheriff have advanced after interviews were conducted with six applicants at the Benson County Courthouse September 4. According to Benson County Auditor Bonnie Erickson, the interviewees who advanced were Matthew Beland, Shawn Cottingham and Laura Wanzek. They are listed alphabetically; the candidates will… ## [Resignation letters reveal no specifics](https://www.bensoncountynews.com/2025/08/01/resignation-letters-reveal-no-specifics/) _2025-08-01 · Editor · Benson County Farmers Press_ Denning and Brorby ‘unable to continue,’ Carlson wants to purchase K-9 partner BY K. L. GLOVER Resignation letters submitted by former Benson County deputies Tyler Denning and Chantel Brorby did not reveal any specific reasons for their resignations. Denning’s and Brorby’s letters, which were virtually identical other than the names, were dated July 24. They… ## [Details emerge in resignation of sheriff](https://www.bensoncountynews.com/2025/07/31/details-emerge-in-resignation-of-sheriff/) _2025-07-31 · Editor · Benson County Farmers Press_ BY K. L. GLOVER The Farmers Press has learned further details regarding the specific accusations against former sheriff Ethan Rode, who resigned his position Friday, July 25 rather than face a removal process. The details also shed light on connections between the end of Rode’s tenure as sheriff and the charges filed against former chief… ## [Two Benson County deputies resign](https://www.bensoncountynews.com/2025/07/25/two-benson-county-deputies-resign/) _2025-07-25 · Editor · Benson County Farmers Press_ BY K. L. GLOVER The Farmers Press has learned that two deputies have resigned from the Benson County Sheriff’s Office. Upon receiving word of the resignations at mid-day Friday, July 25, the Farmers Press contacted Dick Horner, acting sheriff, for verification. He confirmed that Tyler Denning and Chantel Brorby had submitted resignations. The resignations left…