What qualifies them as a Sheriff candidate? They was quietly let go with no charges brought against them because he did not want it to get out to make him look bad and Im not going to even say anything about the other female who was a long time officer that was secretly meeting with an inmate for years!!! Anyone in their right mind would never carry on publicly as you have as a Sheriff. Barnes supporters criticized Rogers last week when he announced the dismissal of more than two dozen sworn and non-sworn employees, 14 of whom were part-time. 216 W. Market Street, Suite-A, According to Melvin, many people he talks to are surprised that hes running for sheriff on the Republican side of the ticket. On Monday, Danny Rogers was sworn in as sheriff of Guilford County. In 1993, he was fired from that job for allegations that he punched a suspect and left his assigned patrol area, among other things. The Clown Sheriff Rogers regime has consistently denied such privilege is anywhere close to a constitutional right and continues to this day to delay and deny the issuance of such permits the Sheriffs office is statutorily required to issue. He said the womans actions left Barnes no choice. He has initiated the accreditation process for the Guilford County Sheriffs Office, restructured the agency to reflect the community served, implemented reentry services aimed at reducing recidivism, and met with county leaders to explore cost saving measures to tax payers in the rebuilding of the old jail facility. Ruthie Rogers looks up at her husband, Sheriff Danny Rogers, as he is sworn in at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. And that's how he's been his whole career. Level of education Charlene Jones watches her son, Sheriff Danny Rogers, get sworn in at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. He has earned the perspective to see the criminal justice system through the lens of both the law enforcement officers working diligently to keep our community safe and the average resident striving to be a productive member of the community while preserving their reputation and integrity.. In addition to the security camera upgrades, security screeners and clear bag policy, four new safety specialists will join the districts school safety office, staff will get anti-bullying training and non-administrators will get paid to help with manpower at athletic events. As a result, he is committed to reentry initiatives that will reduce crime, expand services for mental illness, and bring positive transformations to families. Caswell County: Tony Durden (D-Pelham) is unopposed. Sheriff Danny H. Rogers was sworn into the office on December 3, 2018. Guilford County Sheriff Danny Rogers was a big hit with school alumni and other parade-goers at the NC A&T State University Homecoming when he danced to a rap song along the homecoming parade route accompanied by a Sheriffs Department vehicle. This situation is an example of the dangers our Detention Officers face every day and how they risk their lives each day to keep the public safe. Barnes says some of those fired are retired call-backs. The former sheriff also said that using county property such as county-owned cars for a campaign event is a violation of election law. Those dangers have teachers resigning and parents hesitating to send their kids to school. He worked as a business owner and law enforcement officer for years with the Guilford County Sheriffs Office and the High Point Police Department prior to being elected. I dont know what to say, Barnes said. Plaintiff seeks damages in connection to an alleged assault by . Greene recently made the decision to stop selling guns due to the prolonged permit process and hassle of the gun business. Not sure why those anonymous quotes were considered newsworthy. The principals are the first line of defense when it comes to how to best support students and parents, Oakley said. I worked next door to his company Melvin is a great guy he is legit 1000% honest would be a great for this job. And he opened up his ceremony to the public. Sheriff Danny Rogers said the shooting appears to be an isolated incident with no risk to the general public. Snap Publications revived the herbivorous beast and in October 2013, the all-new and improved Rhino Times was started. On the couple's road trip, surveillance footage in Royse City and Burleson showed the large black plastic container in the back of the vehicle, and Briley said in the affidavit that he identified Jeffrey Rogers as the only occupant to access to the back of the vehicle and the only one to touch the container. Rogers earned about 58% of the vote in the primary in May, and Byrd emerged from a 6-person field of experienced candidates with 43%. Byrd was a 30-year veteran as a deputy sheriff who rose through the ranks to the level of captain and who has said he thinks the department needs new leadership. Right now our primary focus has been to get our Officer the medical attention that he needs and to support his wife. Ive known BJ for over 40 years Ive never seen a racist side of the man. Rogers' wife, Tammy Rogers, a former Arlington ISD elementary school principal, has not been charged with any crimes. He said he was the only one there when Jones died and the only one involved in the murder. Readers of The Rhino Times will be able to rely on rhinotimes.com for daily coverage and opinions of Greensboro while gaining insider access to important Guilford County work sessions and events. Rhino Times Office The school district is putting a new focus on safety strategies. Really embarrassing to watch. And then his entire staff of more than 650 will do the same. Sheriff Rogers entered office determined to lead an agency with equal protection under the law for all Guilford County citizens and equitable employment practices to meet the needs of a very diverse community. The four different agencies talked about their efforts to address violent crime through this joint initiative. Constant turnover and the shortage of qualified candidates are costly. Sheriff Danny Rogers' hand rests on the bible held by his wife, Ruthie Rogers at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. Guilford County Sheriff Danny Rogers was a big hit with school alumni and other parade-goers at the NC A&T State University Homecoming when he danced to a rap song along the homecoming parade route accompanied by a Sheriff's Department vehicle. Sheriff Danny Rogers (center) looks down at his new badge before taking a group photo at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. Candy said that Sheriff Danny Rogers and coworkers at the sheriff's office have visited the family since the assault. How about an audit of their taxes (lots of goofy stuff goes on there). Involving command staff indecision-making. What a moron. Officer Kaminsky's family said they hope his situation draws attention to the dedication that many law enforcement and their family have to improving the community. He humiliates officers constantly and makes them feel stupid and you cannot say anything back to him for fear of losing your job. A flag at the sheriff's office is flying at half-staff. Religious affiliations This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Were seeing that across the board. 5. Melvin is a good man! He killed it! one Facebook user wrote. Before being elected sheriff, Rogers ran a landscaping and. Presumably changed into a vampire by his wife Marjorie, if not by someone else. Danny Rogers Greensboro S. Davis Sr Lori Poag Communications Specialist Addresses Social Media Post Law Enforcement Presence Bishop County Sheriff Guilford County Law Enforcement Davis School Teacher Sheriff's Office Driver 336-641-2752 Street Crimes Unit S. Davis Sr. , Guilford County Health Department leaders looks at, Family shot in head at Florida home: sheriff, Infants death linked to contaminated breast pump,, Winston-Salem woman is typewriter wordsmith, Man charged with murder after bodies found in NC, Woman arrested after 9 puppies found in trash bag, 4 charged after assault, stabbing in Burl. Both candidates emerged from competitive primaries this past May as Rogers defeated two Democratic. He said he had been told the sheriffs office was a mess and he found it was anything but. Tammy Rogers told Briley she knew "there was a cooler in the back of the pickup with drinks, but never looked in the back of the pickup during the trip.". Its a total disrespect for society. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). : police, VIDEO: NC students almost hit by car passing school, Chick-fil-A data breach; special directions in NC, Man sentenced to 10-13 years in W-S murder, drug, Ft. Bragg soldier charged in romance, COVID scams, NC man wins $2M after buying $3 Powerball ticket, 4 arrested after chase from WS to Kernersville: WSPD, Woman charged for Chewy warehouse bomb threat, Residents pleading after 105 accidents on 1 NC road, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Early in-person voting in North Carolina has been underway since Oct. 20 and continues through 3 p.m. Saturday at various locations, with the General Election on Tuesday. A spokesperson replied with the following statement: "Sheriff Rogers declines to provide an interview at this time and asked me to reiterate that this incident was an unprovoked attack which left our Detention officer hospitalized since it happened. Im sure Im missing something, but we should not stand for anything less. Sheriff Danny Rogers autographs programs for supporters before being sworn in at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. On Oct. 10, an SRO was punched in the face trying to break up a fight. Sheriff Rogers has instituted proactive tactics to fighting crime, challenging injustice, and works alongside his officers to get the job done. GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) Guilford County Sheriff Danny Rogers path to a second term is going through a former deputy. A total embarrassment to the profession of law enforcement. At around 7:55 p.m. on Christmas Eve, deputies came to the 5700 block of Riverdale Drive in Jamestown regarding a homicide, according to Sheriff Danny Rogers. On November 15, 2018, the last printed edition of the Rhino Times came off the presses leaving the world of print journalism behind and moving into the future with an e-paper. ROGERS: At this time we have developed a communication dialogue with the county commissioners as well as the county managers office that have proven to be positive in nature at the point. He said in some parts of the country theres been an effort to investigate parents who complain about that subject being taught in schools. Rogers, a Democrat who beat former longtime Republican Guilford County Sheriff BJ Barnes in the election four years ago, is currently seeking reelection against Republican Phil Byrd, who has been endorsed by Barnes. Sheriff Rogers makes time to meet with people in organizations, leadership roles, diverse ministries and faith denominations, youth groups, school children, boy scouts, and civic groups. There will be plenty of good candidates who are willing to fix the problem. Guilford County and the good men and women at the sheriffs office deserve better. 0 views. Sheriff Danny Rogers (right) hugs Thomas Jarrell at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. Yes the time for change is long past due. Those who are so negative about NC A& T Homecoming should stay home next year and the next year. Current Guilford County Sheriff Danny Rogers is a convicted Felon, Racist, and has two pending Alienation of Affection lawsuits against him? Babs GriffenThe town beautician, Hal and Jack's older sister. This is not acceptable and will be remembered on election day. What are you saying, WHITE people cant talk about race. Box 489 Stanton, KY 40380 (606) 663-2226 - Office (606) 663-2910 - Fax Providing the sheriffs office with a professional and responsible leadership behavior to create an environment to build eagerness to serve as staff members and officers of the Guilford County Sheriffs Office. Posted by Scott D. Yost | Dec 1, 2021 | News. https://www.tiktok.com/@guilfordcosheriffsoffice/video/7148461546619030830. That is not the only grand stunt he has pulled like the white shirt ,red vest, and white cowboy hat that is a Texas thing so why dont he go to Texas he might fit in there. "We want to make sure we have people w, GREENSBORO The incoming Guilford County sheriff said Wednesday he would like to see the county tear down the old jail at 401 W. Sycamore St., "Urban counties have more minority populations and I think that this was just a natural evolution that crested in this Democratic wave," said , On Monday, Danny Rogers was sworn in as sheriff of Guilford County. He sent the letter on Oct. 11. How convenient for Rogers that the elections were so close to the A&T parade, so he could launch this silly and desperate campaign stunt. He said he was responsible for Jones' death and discarding her body. The sheriff-elect spent the past month preparing to take over the office. On Monday, Dec. 3 Rogers became the first African-American at the helm of. Rogers said he plans first to evaluate what is needed and then go from there. What are the pros and cons of Guilford County? 4848 Sheriff Danny Rogers (left) laughs with his wife, Ruthie Rogers at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. Rogers began working at 10 years old on a paper route and spent his days at Carl Chavis YMCA and the Boys and Girls Club. I will be working with the county manager to work on plans to bring efforts to increase benefits for detention officers. Phil Byrd is a professional who will bring Integrity to the department. Sheriff Rogers won the election and was sworn in on December 3, 2018. Everyone that works here is paranoid and afraid to say anything against him. Sheriff Danny Rogers talks with August Jett, 1, (center) and Melanie Jett at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. His team has found nothing else seems to work. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. On Sept. 21, deputies say a student assaulted an administrator and an SRO at Ragsdale High School. Byrd, after seeing the video, called the song and dance a pathetic show of behavior and pointed to the lyrics of the song: Black Cop by KRS-One . Black cop, black cop, black cop. Federal court documents show a complaint filed this year against Barnes alleging discriminatory personnel practices was dismissed. This Sheriff is unprofessional. Born in South Carolina in 1960, Melvin is a former NC Highway Patrol officer who now lives in Summerfield and runs a highway maintenance company that does work for the State of North Carolina. A single shot reason. In the affidavit, Texas Ranger Danny Briley said Kentucky and Tennessee authorities reached out to the Rangers to assist in Jones' homicide investigation, given that Jones was living in Granbury. Rogers is so worried about the safety of students, staff and his school resource officers that he drafted a three-page letter to superintendent Dr. Whitney Oakley. Please subscribe to keep reading. Another key issue is retirement insurance that will benefit retirees without their having to pay extensive insurance premiums. On Wednesday morning, Sheriff Clarence Birkhead held a press conference with Orange County Sheriff Charles Blackwood, Alamance County Sheriff Terry Johnson and Guilford County Sheriff Danny Rogers. Was BJ Barnes even there or his imagination? Officer Kaminsky has three decades of experience in law enforcement, Candy said, including working in New Jersey and 22 years with the Los Angeles Police Department. Candy Kaminsky said she was told by the sheriff's office that her husband, Officer Sheldon Kaminsky, was behind the officer's desk at the Guilford County Detention Center when the assault happened. Danny Rogers you are a continuous embarrassment as an elected official. He is honored to be your Sheriff and he asks that everyone work together to enhance the quality of life for all our citizens. Theres a lot to it theyll not know, such as Court security, running a jail, civil process and the list goes on and on. 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If I am the sheriff, I will not ever weaponize the department against parents who just want to express their views, which is their right as an American.. (336) 814-3256 Your email address will not be published. Way to live the dream Danny Boi! Davidson County: Richie Simmons (R-Thomasville) is unopposed. He remembers mentors like Boy Scouts leader Fred Wright Sr. and Hank Wall, the founder of Brothers Organized to Serve Others. You can cancel at any time. We wouldnt do that kind of recommendation without formal board action. In 2018, Rogers beat Barnes by about 10,000 votes, and during the past four years, he has faced the same issues that many of his peers have faced: higher rates for some crimes during and after the pandemic and a less trustful public in the wake of the murder of George Floyd by a police officer in Minneapolis and volatile other officer-involved shootings. He assumed office in 2018. He is a native of High Point, North Carolina with a high school education from Southwest Guilford High School, college degrees in Theology and Criminal Justice, and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice and Executive Management from Walden University. Rhino Times All rights reserved, who was arrested in Fort Worth three days, 3 Children Killed, 2 Wounded in Ellis County Home; 1 in Custody: Sheriff, Businesses, Homes in the Midcities Heavily Damaged From Storms, Actor Tom Sizemore, of Saving Private Ryan,' Dies at 61, Texas House Plans to Pass Largest Property Tax Decrease Ever,' Speaker Phelan Says. Rogers now lives in Jamestown with his wife, Ruthie; they have six children. The new online platform allows readers to connect and interact with each other as well as the journalists. The SUV was recovered found at a . Both candidates emerged from competitive primaries this past May as Rogers defeated two Democratic. ROGERS: Continue to have community outreach engagement. I will also bringmorale to a level that will begin to retain staff and to create an environment of due process and fair and impartial treatment tothe officers. Rapping about drug dealers and killing is still not a family friendly song for a parade route. Also, BJ had an excellent point about government owned vehicles being used like this, though I would be surprised if anything ever came from it. Sheriff Danny Rogers wipes his brow before being sworn in at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. I havent looked at that.. Melvin when he was Chief Deputy was the originator (his idea) and man behind The hug a thug program dont let him fool you hes real good at masquerading as something hes not!!! 1 second ago. BJ Barnes isnt expressing sour grapes. Utilizing my trained command staff to use their training and skills to improve agency performance, keeping with the model of community first policing strategies. in Levisa Lazer obituaries Benjamin H. Dalton, age 94, of Trenton, KY passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2023. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. He is now leading a department of nearly 700 employees with a budget of $69 million. Fax: (336) 763-2585, P.O. She said her husband, who is 71 years old, has a long career in law enforcement and has been with the Guilford County Sheriff's Office for three years. Rogers deputies are reporting they are having to use more force to get things under control. Briley spoke to a Stephenville lawyer a day later who had an attorney-client relationship with Jones, who first reached out to the lawyer in April about a dispute she was having with Jeffrey and Tammy Rogers about their relationship, the lawyer said in the affidavit. WFMY News 2 reached out to the Guilford County Sheriff's on Sunday with a list of questions, including about the assault and inmate involved. And hopefully people will see were bringing structure to the office.. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This does not include crimes within Guilford County that were investigated by city police departments or by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Officer Sheldon Kaminsky's wife spoke out in an interview with WFMY News 2 on Sunday. Next year you will have the opportunity to fix that problem. Training, uniforms, costly background investigations and administrative processing cost only to see them leave in days, weeks or months is not cost-effective, nor does it prove beneficial to protecting the citizens, or managing a safe jail environment. Im no Byrd fan but at least he isnt openly making a mockery of himself. TRENTON, N.C. (WITN) - Jones County is remembering Sheriff Danny Heath who died suddenly on Monday. Fax: (336) 763-2585, P.O. 1. Their responses are presented here, with light editing, and they are listed in alphabetical order. Democratic Guilford County Sheriff Danny Rogers is running against Republican Phil Byrd. Board of Commissioner candidates reveal answers, North Carolina Senate candidates reveal stances on medical marijuana, sports betting, Medicaid expansion, abortion. Slick decides to go there in a cab, driven by shy Jimmy. Melvin said that, early on, however, he saw Rogers make decisions that, Melvin said, were extremely harmful to the department. Two days after the purchase and one day after Jeffrey Rogers allegedly met with Jones, Jeffrey and Tammy Rogers departed for Kentucky to visit Tammy's father, who had recently had open-heart surgery. 9. We asked the superintendent how she deals with this during a Nov. 16 news conference. Rogers said many . According to the Dallas Morning News, an Arlington ISD spokeswoman said Tuesday that Rogers resigned in May after working in the district since 1989. So jack im told you dont know jack either. Pick one and give them the chance. Your email address will not be published. I was really hoping he would be a Cinderella story, he said of Rogers, adding that those hopes were quickly dashed. It's hard," Candy said. There all a bunch of underwhelming, privileged, arrogant, politicians, which is just another word for FRAUDS. What qualifies them to run a 7.5 million dollar yearly budget and an administration overseeing day to day citizen public safety as well as the housing of incarcerated inmates, and security of a major City. renee rodgers ctv married 27 Feb. renee rodgers ctv married. We have siblings across the country that are just stressed.". Officer Sheldon Kaminsky's wife spoke out in an interview with WFMY News 2 on Sunday. Sheriff Danny Rogers (right) hugs his uncle, Melvin Rogers, at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. It is critical to our continued safety and security in this County to get the right person elected as Sheriff it is a very important position for all the reasons most everyone knows. Doesnt Danny Rogers have a historyof being on the wrong side of the law? But Melvin, who says he voted for Donald Trump in the last two elections, sounds very much like a Republican. Required fields are marked *. Danny Rodgers, Sheriff 524 Washington Street P.O. Rogers, 55, a Democrat, defeated long-serving Republican Sheriff BJ Barnes in an upset election last month, securing 53 percent of the vote. Please subscribe to keep reading. "I want to tell you why and how I did it, [after Tennessee drops charges]" Rogers said in the affidavit. He dont know jack about running a Sheriffs Office, just like that former ATF guy who says hell run Billy Queen I think. This morning a sheriff's van is parked on the lawn of the courthouse in Trenton with flowers and a large black wreath on its front. In my sheriffs office, it didnt have anything to do with anything but merit, he said. A separate lawsuit filed earlier alleging similar concerns has been sent to mediation, records show. Box Address I look at our commissioners as partners. Jim Greene, left, owner of Coins & Stuff on E. Lexington Avenue, and his brother, Harold Proctor, inspect a handgun. Sheriff Danny Rogers looks towards the podium before being sworn in at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. Your email address will not be published. Randolph county is always open for those who dont like Guilford. I found a copy of Sunrise at Sunset on line. Sheriff Danny Rogers (right) receives his gun after being sworn in at the Guilford County Courthouse in High Point, N.C., on Monday, December 3, 2018. On July 1, Briley said in the affidavit that Jeffrey Rogers requested to speak to the Ranger and admitted that he caused Jones's death after leaving a Holiday Inn in Stephenville. Let us be honest, Rogers was dancing to his audience. BYRD: The county commissioners play a vital role in approving funding for many functions to the Guilford County Sheriffs Office. Our County Sheriff's Office About GCSO. Guilford County isnt the only sheriffs race on the ballot in the Piedmont Triad, although some will return to office after winning a primary or because they have no opposition on Nov. 8. What happened to dignitaries standing from a float wavingand the nerve to be dancing to a racist music. Contact. Guilford County Sheriffs Office is one of the largest law enforcement agencies in North Carolina serving close to 500,000 citizens with more than 600 employees that include sworn, non-sworn, and civilian staff. Danny Rogers looks to the future as he becomes sheriff of Guilford County. I was determined I was not going to give up and not going to quit.. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. As an independent voter you can best believe I will skip right over your name. In the sheriffs letter, he points out teachers are telling school resource officers they have completely lost control of their students.. A shame to the county and to Guilford County we donot have a sheriff just a joke for one. The Sheriff should be a person of utmost integrity, highest character, financially stable, intelligent, have a command of the English language, living within his or her means, able to write thoroughly, and coherently, talk intelligently and have polished people social skills. WALTERBORO, S.C. (AP) Disgraced South Carolina lawyer Alex Murdaugh was convicted of murder Thursday in the shooting deaths of his wife and son in a case that chronicled the unraveling of a powerful Southern family with tales of privilege, greed and addiction.The jury deliberated for less than three hours before finding Murdaugh guilty of two counts of murder at the end of a six-week trial . On Tuesday, we asked Oakley if she is considering taking on the sheriffs suggestion of zero tolerance. If your short staffed hire someone !!!!! Anyone who votes for Rogers is a fool! He alleged there was discrimination in hiring practices, promotions and how Barnes disciplined people. On Monday, Danny Rogers was sworn in as sheriff of Guilford County. Melvin said that he was totally opposed to the mass firings Rogers conducted in late 2018. Jones' body was found in a plastic container that officials believe was dumped in Tennessee before floating north across the state line to Kentucky, where it was found. Beyond the law-enforcement issues, the sheriff races signal North Carolina's changing demographics. GUILFORD COUNTY, N.C. . Investigators ask that anyone with information call Guilford County Crime. initial notification of the assault on Friday, Guilford County detention officer attacked by inmate, 'That's a dangerous place to be in': As one city welcomes new officers, law enforcement agencies find it hard to hire new recruits, Why is law enforcement struggling to hire? Black cop!! Rogers was right is firing Barnes Men!