HCSO expands role with animal control

Jason Futch [email protected] After months of uncertainty regarding the future of animal control services in Hamilton County, the Hamilton County Sheriff ’s Office has agreed to take control for the first time ever. The HCSO will implement the Animal Control division, effective Wednesday, Oct. 1, operating from two locations, one in Jasper and the other in Jennings at the former site of North Florida PAWS. The division will be led by Animal Control Coordinator Megan Smith, who will oversee the operations. Assisting her is Heather Smith, who has been helping Megan with animal intake and care. Both have been working for local rescues for the past 10 years, helping strays