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Deputy Hannah Barr, Lexington County Sheriff's Department school resource officer

A new school year, a familiar face: Why Deputy Hannah Barr became a school resource officer

The first bell of the new school year has rung across Lexington County. New backpacks, new teachers, new schedules —

Why 3 USC grads chose a career at Lexington County

Every year, thousands of students walk across the stage at the University of South Carolina and step into the job

Look Before You Lock: Heat Safety Tips That Can Save a Life

South Carolina summers bring dangerously high temperatures, making heat safety especially important for families, caregivers and community members. While many

More than a raise: Competitive pay, career growth and opportunity at LCSD

As the cost of living continues to rise, competitive compensation remains a priority for employers and job seekers alike. At

National Safety Month: Small choices protect what matters most

Every June, National Safety Month gives us a chance to pause and think about something we often take for granted:

A trend worth noticing, a partnership worth sustaining – A message from Sheriff Koon

In law enforcement, we are trained to look beyond a single data point and focus on patterns. Right now in

From Graduate to Deputy: Where Your Potential Becomes Purpose

Graduation is one of those rare moments in life where everything feels wide open. Exciting, yes. But also uncertain. Not

Honoring those who serve, seen and unseen

National Correctional Officers Week (May 3–9) & National Police Week (May 10–16) More than 24,000 names are etched into the

From Explorer to K-9 handler: Deputy Torrell Jones’ journey of purpose and partnership

At the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department, some careers begin with a calling, others with curiosity. For Deputy Torrell Jones, it