Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time set aside to highlight the growing importance of protecting ourselves in the digital world. Launched in 2004 through a partnership between the U.S. […]
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Each October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month calls our attention to one of the most painful realities faced by families across the nation. It is a reminder of the courage it […]
When Officers Wear Pink
Each October, South Carolina turns a little brighter. Patrol cars glow with pink lights, officers pin ribbons to their uniforms, and community events fill with reminders of resilience. Breast Cancer […]
Honoring Chief William S. Rhodes in the Hall of Fame
Rock Hill Police Chief William S. Rhodes Inducted into the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall of Fame On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Hall […]
October is Crime Prevention Month
October is Crime Prevention Month, a time to reflect on the efforts that keep our communities safe long before a crime ever occurs. Established in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan […]
Parole Denied for the Killer of Cottageville Police Chief Jerry Wayne Shelton
On September 24, 2025, the South Carolina parole board rejected the release of the man convicted of murdering Cottageville Police Chief Jerry Wayne Shelton. For the law enforcement community, the […]
Today in History: The Creation of the U.S. Marshals Service
On September 24, 1789, President George Washington signed the Judiciary Act into law, laying the foundation for the federal judiciary and creating the Office of the United States Marshal. With […]
South Carolina FOP Mini-Conference Recap
Columbia, South Carolina – September 13, 2025 On Saturday, September 13, 2025, members of the South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police gathered in Columbia for our biennial Mini-Conference. Delegates and […]
When Tragedy Becomes Routine
Why South Carolina Must Stand With Law Enforcement As I prepared for this week’s South Carolina Fraternal Order of Police Conference in Columbia, I reviewed the articles and updates we’ve […]
Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Why the Move Over Law Matters More Than Ever
South Carolina has been shaken in recent weeks by a series of devastating roadside incidents involving our State Troopers. Since August, three troopers have been struck while performing traffic stops, […]
