Citizens Police Academy deadline next week

The deadline to be part of the next Citizens Police Academy, sponsored by the office of the Oconee Sheriff is next week—Tuesday, August 28. Class members will meet for a series of Tuesday nights until early November and learn about many of the aspects of what it’s like to be a law enforcement officer in the 21st century. There’s the chance also to meet the command staff and many of the deputy sheriffs. There is no charge to enroll in the academy, but there is a selection process that includes a background check. For more information and to request an application, contact Julie Gibson at the Sheriff’s Office at 864/638-4122. Her email is [email protected].