HCSO receives multiple grants and donations to improve agency

Jason Futch reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) has received several grants, which will significantly improve its operations. Not only will the improvement benefit the agency, but the inclusion of a $1.5 million grant will upgrade the agency’s current radio system, which will also benefit the Jasper Police Department and the Jennings Police Department. On Thursday, Oct. 2, Sheriff Brian Creech announced he had inspected the sheriff’s office needs. One of the needs he identified was replacement of the aging patrol vehicles. “Patrol is the backbone of every law enforcement agency,” Sheriff Creech said. “And having reliable, safe