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We welcome any of our law enforcement community to join us Monday morning at the academy at 0700 hours as our students, training staff and other members of our law enforcement community do the "Ogilvie Challenge". We do this to honor our fallen brother, Caleb Ogilvie of the Covington Police Department. This a very tough challenge and we encourage any law enforcement officer who wants to attend to show up a little before 7 Monday. Bring your vest! Please visit the Cardinal Criminal Justice Academy webpage for information regarding this challenge!
Thank you to everyone who came out to make National Night out a success. For All the organization’s, First Responders, DJ Brian Hambrick and Jerry Clark with the Alleghany Journal for the coverage, we thank you. To the community we hope you enjoyed yourselves. Great night of fun for all.
Chief Wickline in the dunk tank
Now Deputy Bates on board the dunk tank
We hope to see everyone tonight for the National Night out at Memorial Park. We will modify the setup in the parking lot, as we can not go out on the field. 6-9 PM.
Dunk tank, basketball, cornhole, DJ, Fire, EMS & Police, Food, Drinks, Popcorn provided by the Little League and lots more.
Town of Clifton ForgeMark your calendars for August 2, 2022 from 6:00-9:00 PM for the National Night Out 2022 at Memorial Park (CF Armory).
Join us for Free Music. K-9 Demonstrations, Police Equipment Displays, Dunk Tank, Corn Hole Giveaway, Food and more!
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Mark your calendars for August 2, 2022 from 6:00-9:00 PM for the National Night Out 2022 at Memorial Park (CF Armory).
Join us for Free Music. K-9 Demonstrations, Police Equipment Displays, Dunk Tank, Corn Hole Giveaway, Food and more!
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Town Administrative offices will be closed on Monday, July 4, 2022 for the Fourth of July holiday.
If you need to make a payment drop it in the payment out front of Town Hall.
If you have an Emergency dial 911.
If you need to speak to an officer or animal control please contact dispatch at 540-965-1770 ext. 0.
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***UPDATE***
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2022
MISSING JUVENILE LOCATED AND SUSPECT ARRESTED
Rockbridge County, Virginia --- During the evening hours of Monday, June 27th, the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a 15 year old female juvenile that went missing from the Goose Creek Road area of Rockbridge County. Sheriff’s deputies and investigators immediately responded to the scene and began an investigation.
Based on the information and evidence that was gathered at the scene, Sheriff’s deputies and investigators were able to obtain and execute several social media / internet site / internet service type search warrants to help gather digital evidence and location information related to the missing juvenile.
After collecting and analyzing the digital evidence, investigators contacted the Kalamazoo Police Department in Michigan for assistance in locating the missing juvenile and a possible suspect. The Kalamazoo Police Department went to a residence in the Hawley Street area of their jurisdiction just after midnight on Wednesday, June 29th. Officers located the juvenile and took her into their custody.
The Kalamazoo Police Department also arrested a Matthew Kyle Suarez, a 19 year old male from the Texel Drive area of Kalamazoo, Michigan, on an outstanding abduction warrant from the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office.
“Due to the swift and diligent work of our deputies, investigators, and the Kalamazoo Police Department, our team was able to quickly locate the missing juvenile and arrest a suspect before any more harm could take place.” --- Chief Deputy Tony McFaddin
FACEBOOK LINK: RBSO FACEBOOK
WEBSITE: RBSO WEBSITE
CONTACT: Tony McFaddin, Chief Deputy
540-462-5374
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***UPDATE***
Leighia has been located and is safe.
***MISSING JUVENILE***
The Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 15-year-old from Rockbridge County, VA.
Leighia Nicole Faith Perkins was last seen yesterday Monday, June 27, 2022 at her home in the Goose Creek area of Rockbridge County.
Anyone with information on her whereabouts or about this investigation is asked to contact the Rockbridge County Sheriff’s Office at 540-463-7328.
#MissingJuvenile #TheAWAREFoundation #rbso #rockbridge #sheriff
Town administrative Offices will be closed on Monday June 20, 2022 for the Juneteenth holiday.
If you have an emergency, dial 911.
If you need to speak to an officer or need animal control, contact Dispatch at 540-965-1770 ext. 0.
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We will be closed Monday, May 30, 2022 for Memorial Day. We hope you have a safe holiday weekend.
If you have an Emergency Dial 911.
If you need to speak to a police officer or animal control please call Dispatch at 540-965-1770 ext. 0.
If you have a payment please drop off in the payment box in front of Town Hall.
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The 911 lines are back up and in operation. Thank you for your patience.
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In Valor there is Hope.
This National Peace Officers Memorial Day we honor and remember those officers who have been killed in the line of duty.
As it says on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, “It is not how these officers died that made them heroes, it is how they lived.”
Below are the Virginia heroes who have fallen this year. May we honor their lives by how we live.
911 Lines are down when using a cell phone. If you have an Emergency please dial
540-965-1760 or 540-965-1770 ext. 0
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Please edit this post when they Are back up.
Please share this to get the word out. Youth day has been postponed. Will update when rescheduled.Youth Rodeo/Kids Day Event POSTPONED:
Due to the impending weather that is scheduled to be thru the City of Covington on Saturday, May 7, 2022, the Youth Rodeo/Kids Day organizers will be POSTPONING the Youth Rodeo/Kids Day Event. The organizers are working diligently to reschedule the event for a later date, and that will be announced in the near future.
For more information please call 540-968-0651 or 540-965-1770 EXT: 104.
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 30, 2022 From 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM. Drug Take back will be at Walmart, CVS in Covington and Clifton Forge locations.
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The Town of Clifton Forge is seeking applicants to build a pool of certified Emergency Medical Care Providers(EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-I and Paramedic) to staff the Town of Clifton Forge Emergency Medical Services Department. All EMS providers will be hired on a part time basis with a rate of pay between $18.00-$22.00/hour depending on level of certification. An oral interview as well as a practical skills evaluation will be part of the selection process.
Applications may be obtained from the office of the Town Manager or Clifton Forge Police Department,547 Main Street, Clifton Forge, VA, the Clifton Forge Fire Department, 701 Church Street, Clifton Forge, or printed from the Town’s website- www.cliftonforgeva.gov.
Positions are open until filled. EEOE
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Clifton Forge, Va - An Alleghany Highlands Treasure
www.cliftonforgeva.gov
Welcome to Clifton Forge in the Alleghany Highlands of Va. Stay up-to-date with us and be here for the upcoming events in town. Follow our events calendar...I’ve recently seen dish washing jobs advertised for $20.00 a hour .
Mark your calendars. May 7, 2022
Youth Day Rodeo
Registration at 8:00 AM. Event kicks off at 10:00 AM.
Ages 4-14 years old.
Town of Clifton ForgeThe past 2 Bike Rodeos had to be canceled due to COVID. This year we will be having a Youth Day event.
Youth Day Rodeo May 7th at Jackson River Sport Complex
Registration will begin at 8am and event kicks off at 10am sharp
Totally free event
Bicycle Giveaways
Free Helmets
Prizes
Chlidrens Activities / Games
Snacks
Ages 4 to 14
Sponsored by Area Law Enforcement Agencies and Parks and Recreation
Volunteers and donations are welcome
For more information or to make a donation to the event, contact 1st. Sgt. Chris Fisher at 540-968-0651
We would like to congratulate Officer Shawn Urban for completing the General Instructor with Central Shenandoah Criminal Training Academy.
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Congratulations Shawn Urban!
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That’s a tough course, congratulations!
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Here is the recording of the Live Funeral Service for Fallen Officer Caleb Ogilvie. Please continue to keep his family, friends, law enforcement, first responders and community in your thoughts and prayers.
WATCH LIVE: Funeral service to be held for Covington police officer killed in shooting
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A funeral service will be held for a fallen Covington police officer who was shot and killed in the line of duty this week.Photos from The Alleghany Journal - an electronic newspaper for the Alleghany Highlands's post
Here is a livestream link for the funeral service tomorrow for Fallen Officer Caleb Ogilvie on March 19, 2022.
There will be a shuttle service available for people wishing to attend Officer Caleb Ogilvie's Memorial Service on March 18, 2022. Parking will be at Dabney S. Lancaster Community College where the shuttle pick up and drop off will be in front of McCarthy Hall from 2:00 PM-5:30 PM.
I think they’re meaning the visitation and will park at Dabney and shuttle to the funeral home.
Is the date right for the Memorial service The 18th is Friday I thought the memorial service is Saturday?
The Recycling Center off of Ridgeway Street will be closed tomorrow March 18, 2022 to aide in Officer Caleb Ogilvie's Memorial Service.
A funeral service for Officer Caleb Ogilvie will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 12:00 Noon in the Convocation Center of Dabney S. Lancaster Community College, Clifton Forge with Mr. Chris Fisher officiating. Interment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Covington. The family will receive friends on Friday afternoon from 2:00PM until 6:00PM at Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge. The family will also be receiving friends on Wednesday evening and Thursday evening from 4:00PM until 6:00PM at the Ridgeway Room, Clifton Forge.
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Caleb Ogilvie Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information
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Share Memories of Caleb & Support the Ogilvie Family
Due to expected traffic congestion on the West end of Town, due to fallen Covington Police Officer Caleb Ogilvie Memorial Service, starting at 2:00 PM and ending at 6:00 PM Friday March 18, 2022 residents are encouraged to use Exit 27 to come into Town. We would like to thank all in advance and for your continued support through this difficult time.
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Come out to the Alleghany Highlands CSB Mental Health Clinic on March 18 from 10am to 2pm for a FREE Distribution Event. We will be giving away lock boxes, pill sorters, gun locks, and more!
311 S. Monroe Avenue Covington, VA 24426
We look forward to seeing you!
Running for Heroes Inc. is honoring the memory of Covington officer Caleb Ogilvie
Edit: in Fincastle headed this way.
🖤EDIT: Escort will be between 2:30 and 3:00 PM.💙
Anthony Nicely with the Virginia State Police will be escorting the body of the Fallen Covington Police Officer, Caleb Daniel Ogilvie, through the Town of Clifton Forge to the Nicely Funeral Home this afternoon. We do not have an exact time this will take place, but will update here as we know more. If you would like to pay your respects along Main Street and downtown Business area of Ridgeway St. please step out on the sidewalks. Please keep the family, community and First Responders in your thoughts and prayers.
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Prayers for his family
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This is so sad.
What time and extra prayers?
They are getting off I-81 unto route 220 at Daleville now, 2:15
Our thoughts and prayers for the Covington Police Department, family and the community. 🖤💙🖤💙
thank you for showing your support as Allegheny has too it just seems like Covington has dropped the ball
March is Development Disabilities Awareness Month and the Clifton Forge Parks & Trails Committee is currently trying to get responses on a survey for an All-Abilities & Sensory Experience Park.
It’s available on the Town of Clifton Forge Facebook page or at the link below.
Clifton Forge All-Abilities & Sensory Park Community Interest Survey
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FYI:Beginning Wednesday, March 2, 2022, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will expand access to DMV Customer Service Centers by offering both appointments and walk-ins Monday through Friday.
Appointments and walk-ins will be available Monday through Friday at all 75 customer service centers (CSCs) starting on March 2.
Saturday will remain open for walk-ins at offices with Saturday hours (CSC hours vary by location).
Currently, customers may reserve an appointment on Monday or Friday or walk in for service on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Saturday.
A more advanced appointment system and the ability to prioritize planned visits through the CSCs’ queuing system will let customers choose their in-person DMV experience.
This hybrid model allows CSCs to increase throughput by serving additional customers when customers do not show up for their scheduled appointments.
CSCs will achieve a balance by dedicating a percentage of in-person weekday service to appointments, with the number of appointments based on the size and location of the office.
Alternate service options are available to complete many transactions without a visit to a
traditional CSC, including:
o Online: More than 50 services are available at dmvNOW.com.
o Mail: Popular services such as driver's license and vehicle registration renewals may be completed by mail.
o Drop-off: Customers needing a title after purchasing a vehicle from an individual (not a dealer) may drop off their applications and supporting documents at a CSC.
o DMV Select: Vehicle-related services are offered through 57 partner offices statewide.
o DMV Connect: Appointments can be scheduled for nearly every DMV service with the agency’s 14 mobile teams, which are positioned statewide.
To view DMV Connect schedules and book an appointment, please visit: www.dmv.virginia.gov/general/#csc/mcscalendar.asp
To schedule your visit or complete your transaction remotely, please visit dmvNOW.com.
Town offices will be closed on Monday, February 21, 2022 for the Presidents Holiday. Please leave payments in the Dropbox out front.
If you have an Emergency dial 911.
If you need to speak to a Police Officer or need animal control please contact Dispatch at 540-965-1770 ext. 0.
Virginia's fire season is here and with it, the 4 p.m. burn law takes effect. Between Feb. 15 and April 30, open-air burning is restricted until 4 p.m. 🔥🚫
If you must burn, be cautious and informed. Visit our website for more info on regulations and why Virginia has this law.
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#FireSeason #Wildfire #Virginia #BurnLaw #OnlyYou
The Clifton Forge Police Department sends our thoughts and prayers to the officers’ families, coworkers, friends and the community. Bridgewater Virginia Campus Police Officer John Painter (left) and Bridgewater Campus Safety Officer J.J. Jefferson (right) were shot and killed Tuesday, February 1, 2022, during an incident on campus. Thank you for your service.🖤💙🖤
Just terrible, suspect shouldn’t be breathing
Stay home if at all possible. If you must go out, allow extra time for travel. Be safe everyone.We can't stress this enough. Please avoid travel if at all possible during winter storms, especially when ice is present.
If you must travel:
❄️ Increase following distance to 5 seconds.
❄️ Don't pass plows.
❄️ Brake very lightly to keep tires from slipping on pavement.
Town offices will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022 for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. Please place any payments in the drop box out front.
If you have an Emergency call 911.
If you need an officer or animal control contact Dispatch at 540-965-1770 ext. 0.
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Today, January 9th - is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Please take a moment to thank the Police Officers, Deputies and State Troopers that work tirelessly to make the Alleghany Highlands a safer place for us all to call home. We appreciate all you do.
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Thank you, Clifton Forge, Alleghany County Sheriff’s Officers and VA State Police for your service! May God keep you safe every day!
Also Covington city police, thank you and may God bless you!
Thank you for your service and prayers for your safety 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY 💯💯
Thank you all for what you do for our small town.
Thank you all for the sacrifices you make. 🖤💛🐈⬛
Thank you. And we dont burn tires
Thank you all
Thank you for all you do God bless stay safe
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Town offices will ge closed on Friday, December 31, 2021 for the New Year holiday. Please place any payments in the drop box out front. Thank you.
If you have an Emergency dial 911.
If you need an officer to respond or to speak to one, or animal control please call Dispatch at 540-965-1770 ext. 0.
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Merry Christmas from all of us at the Clifton Forge Police Department. Stay safe if traveling. Remember the reason for the season. Happy Birthday Jesus!