Updated: Dec 10, 2020 7:35 PM
Sheriff s Office Holds Christmas Event for 34 Families
The Washington County Sheriff s Office held its annual Christmas event on Thursday evening. Sheriff Scott Owen said the WCSO was able to serve 34 families this Christmas. He said 104 kids received gifts that may not have gotten a gift otherwise. In a year where donations were greatly needed, Sheriff Owen said the community stepped up in a big way like they do every year. However, this year was special because individuals, groups, corporations, and more went above and beyond the WCSO s call for donations. Fundraisers such as the WCSO s Car Show, the Oldies N Goodies Red, White and Blue Chip Run, and countless donations of cash and food have made all of the WCSO s holiday programs a huge success. Sheriff Owen said they raised approximately $18,000 this year. He said the WCSO spent approximately $14,000 on the Christmas shopping spree for the kiddos last week.