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Palm Beach sheriff's deputy honored by Gov. Rick Scott for heroism
The Sun-Sentinel
Palm Beach County sheriff's Deputy Brian Fidler says he was doing what he hopes anyone else would when he broke a window and climbed into a burning house, grabbing the three children inside and carrying them to safety.
"I just happened to be the first one on the scene," said the 29-year-old, of Royal Palm Beach. "I know that if anyone else had arrived before me, they would have been handing the kids out to me." But his actions earned him a Medal of Heroism from Gov. Rick Scott, who said Fidler "went above and beyond the call of duty." … The award, which recognizes Florida public safety officers who risk their lives to save others, came seven months after the fire. "I'm very appreciative that somebody would risk their life to keep a family together," Scott said.
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Sheriff's deputies pushed to focus on themselves to better serve you
WMBB-TV
More than 30 members of law enforcement gathered at the Washington County Ag Center for the two day Mission Based Resilience Assessment Training program, or MBRAT.
"The best has been the calls that are on a personal level," MBRAT Resilience Consultant, Brett Greenwell. "I'm able to talk to my wife again. I can deal with my employees or my employees are having a better view of me along the way. And that's really the key take home from it. We enjoy that the most."
Medical pot foes take victory lap in Sarasota
Herald-Tribune
They included Calvina Fay, head of St. Petersburg-based Drug Free America; Steve Casey, executive director of the Florida Sheriffs Association; Seminole County Sheriff Donald Eslinger; Tre Evers, an Orlando political consultant who crafted the "Vote No on 2" campaign; and Nanette Schimpf, whose communications firm assisted the Florida sheriffs' group in creating a "Don't Let Florida Go to Pot" coalition and website.
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Legislation would allow traffic stops, tickets for texting
The Tampa Tribune
At least three bills have been filed in advance of the 2015 legislative session to amend the state’s texting while driving ban, while several other measures aimed at using cellphones or other wireless devices have been filed.
Florida man tells horrifying tales of child sex slavery
WTLV-TV via WTSP-TV
"The Florida Department of Children and Families has a great working relationship with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and the FBI. DCF notifies the Child Protection Team, law enforcement, and the FBI immediately when we get a report on human trafficking."
Community mourns veterans service director
The News-Press
Members of the American Legion Post 38 remembered John Ebling as a friend of veterans and Lee County has named an ordinance protecting military monuments after him. Ebling, who also was a sheriff's deputy, died Dec. 30 after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Sheriff Ivey honors Donald Bernier for stellar service
The Space Coast Daily
“It was my honor on Wednesday to present Donald "Bernie" Bernier with his retirement plaque and credentials following 21 years of incredible service to our agency and the citizens of Brevard County,” said Sheriff Wayne Ivey
FBI urges caution after latest ISIS threat
WJXT-TV
"Basically just reminding officers in light of these type situations, not only of ISIS threats, but also other related issues where law enforcement is possibly being targeted, just to remain diligent in their observations, be aware," Sgt. Dylan Bryan of the Florida Highway Patrol said. "Protect not only themselves, but their families, but most importantly, the motoring public as well."
Interview with Leon County Interim Sheriff Rob Swearingen
WTXL-TV
Sheriff Rob Swearingen says his plans are to keep the agency running as smoothly as possible. The biggest thing he plans to continue at LCSO during his tenure is a lot of what Sheriff Campbell has taught them, which is community involvement, both while at work and away from work. He says there are a number of charities they work closely with, a lot of community events they participate in, and he plans to keep it that way.
Teens accept driving challenge in North Central Florida
WCJB-TV
"We want young folks to feel confident when they drive and feel positive when they drive. Driving with mom or dad in the car is a lot different than when you're out here with other folks that are teaching them and helping them just to make them confident and better drivers," said ASO Lieutenant Jayson Levy.
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FSA Winter Conference |
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