Newport News Sheriff's Office

Join us. Work 14 days a month. The NNSO is responsible for Corrections, Court Security, Civil Enforcement & more. Text "NNSO" to 757-260-4121 for more info.

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Make an impact everywhere, every day! Join the Newport News Sheriff’s Office as a Deputy Sheriff.
Text NNSO to 757-260-4121 or click here: 👉https://t.co/esaSLXytbF

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The NNSO joined law enforcement officers from across the state of VA in the Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Virginia. The Torch Run Final Leg & lighting of the cauldron to officially open the Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games will happen tonight in Richmond.

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Capt. K.L. Gross spoke to the Basic Dispatcher Academy students about the Project Lifesaver program. The academy is a 12-week training program designed to prepare new public safety telecommunicators for the critical role they play in emergency response. We appreciate you!

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This year, a dozen Newport News Sheriff's Office Deputies were proud to assist with traffic control for the 19th annual Chick-fil-A 10K/5K, winding past the scenic Mariners' Museum and Lions Bridge for one of the Peninsula's most beloved Memorial Day weekend traditions.

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Deputies of the Newport News Sheriff's Office were honored to stand alongside the Newport News Police Department, city officials, and community members at the annual memorial ceremony honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice — here in our community and across the nation.

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Happy Mother's Day from the NNSO family. To the moms at home, and the mothers who've shaped the deputies and staff who serve Newport News every day — thank you. #MothersDay

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It's a wrap! These are "class photos" of students the NNSO staff tutored throughout the school year. The last day at Hidenwood and McIntosh elementary schools were filled with fun, games and a little sadness, too, as we said goodbye to our literacy buddies. See you in the fall!

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Sheriff Gabe Morgan's Drive-Thru Shred Day event will be Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m. at Todd Stadium, 12465 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23606. Bring your sensitive documents for secure shredding and protect your identity. Join us for this FREE community event!

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The NNSO medical team provides care in one of the most challenging clinical environments in healthcare. No matter who walks through the door, our nurses show up with professionalism, compassion, and skill — because every person in our care deserves quality medical attention.

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We celebrate our Deputies here at NNSO — the professionals who maintain order, protect lives, & show up with integrity every single shift. We are proud of every one of you. We also recognize correctional officers & deputies everywhere who carry this same weight with pride.

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Congratulations to Deputy Burt on earning his K9 Handler Certificate alongside K9 Jaxon!

This certification represents countless hours of dedication, trust-building, and training. We're proud to have them protecting and serving our community together.

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🎉 Happy National Telecommunicators Week! 🎉

This week we celebrate the incredible men and women who keep our community safe from behind the scenes — our dedicated 911 and non-emergency dispatchers.

Thank you to our outstanding dispatch team for everything you do!

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The NNSO was proud to participate in the 7th Annual Fun Day with Bunny at the C. Waldo Scott Center for H.O.P.E. Kids enjoyed egg coloring, Easter-themed crafts, and musical chairs. The highlight was the Easter Bunny and the Easter egg hunt!

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The NNSO hosted its Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at CNU. Sheriff Morgan & his staff honored the dedicated individuals who give their time & talents to support programs for inmates at the City Jail. Congratulations to Phillip Wolf the 2025 Volunteer of the Year!

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NNSO celebrates Dep. R. Balmer as the 2025 Deputy of the Year at "Law & Order Day," at the Braxton Perkins Post 25, American Legion. Other awardees: NNPD's Officer of the Year, Aaron Kempf, and NNFD's Firefighter of the Year, Noah Lovelady. Congratulations!

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Col. S. Whitfield joined local leaders including Mayor Phillip Jones at the Peninsula Agency On Aging (PAA) to support the Meals on Wheels America’s “End the Wait” campaign. She and her team delivered a hot nutritious meal to 16 of the 499 older adults PAA serves.

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The NNSO showed up to support Issac Lucky, a longtime Project Lifesaver recipient & a Special Olympics Global Messenger, for Jersey Mike’s “Day of Giving.” Today 3,200+ Jersey Mike’s will give 100% of the day’s sales to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games & local state Programs.

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NNSO Cpl. Childs explains the traits his partner, Balko, an explosives detection K-9, needs to perform at a high level at the Discovery STEM Academy Career Fair.

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Sheriff Morgan is encouraging all passionate Newport News high school seniors and college students to apply for the Virginia Sheriffs' Institute (VSI) Scholarship! Deadline: May 1, 2026 – Don't wait! Applications are open!
Get the details and apply today: https://t.co/cbeMJk5UCB

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The temperature switched from 70 degrees in the a.m. to 40 degrees by afternoon. Then, Old Man Winter drops snow in downtown Newport News. The seasons in Virginia are like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get. Now, come on spring!!! #snowfall