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IN HONOR OF THE 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, the Sheriff’s Office is flying the original 13 star United States flag this July 4th Holiday season. This flag is affectionately known as the “Betsy Ross” flag after the legend of its creation. Pictured holding the flag here are Sheriff’s Lieutenant Chad Phillips (left) and Captain Ben Worley (right).
Sheriff Ralston commented that he remembered the 1976 Bicentennial Celebration as well, when he and other Calhoun elementary school students (pictured here) formed an outline of the nation in front of the Courthouse some 50 years ago.
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SHERIFF RECOGNIZES OUTSTANDING, LONG SERVICE STAFF MEMBERS
Monday, June 29, 2026
On Friday, June 26, Sheriff Mitch Ralston recognized 17 members of the Sheriff’s Office staff for long and dedicated service, and 3 others for special acts.
17 sworn deputy sheriffs and civilians received Distinguished Service Crosses, and 3 Jailers received awards for special acts of service in the jail.
Pictured here, left -to-right:
Jailor Aven Serritt-Moore (Certificate of Commendation), Chief Deputy R.L.Paris, Sheriff Mitch Ralston, Sergeant Eric Bohannon (25 years), Lieutenant Russ Jones ((20 years), Jailor P.L. Beavers (Meritorious Service), Deputy Corey Tate (20 years), Sergeant 1st Class Angie Wright (20 years), Jailor Anthony Hiles (Meritorious Service), Ms. Tera Wilson (25 years), Detective/Sergeant Clifford Daniel (20 years), Lieutenant Chad Phillips (20 years), Lieutenant Andy Roberts (35 years), Detective/Sergeant Kenneth Hollaran (20 years), Ms. Vickie Hamsley (30 years), Captain Daniel Morrison (35 years), Sergeant 1st Class Johnny Bray (30 years), Detective/Lieutenant J.L. Johnston (30 years), Captain Jack Jenkins (35 years), Ms. Charlotte Rediger (25 years), Detective Mike Hill (20 years), and Captain Keith Henson (35 years). Sheriff Ralston said that Gordon County was “fortunate to have people such as these, who’ve dedicated large portions of their lives to the service of others, working every day to keep our community safe.”
Deputies Visit Morning Pointe Prom
Thursday, May 21, 2026
This afternoon, Sheriff’s Lieutenant Russ Jones and Sergeant First Class Matt Ralston visited Morning Point as Prom guests and for photos. Here, Ruth Juliano is escorted by Lieutenant Jones, and Charlotte Wiggins is escorted by SFC Ralston. The deputies said the Prom date with the lovely residents was very much the highlight of their day.
GCSO Wins ‘Best Cruiser’ Trophy at 6th Annual VFW Car Show:
On Saturday, May 16th, this Sheriff’s Office 2026 Ford ‘Mustang’ won ‘Best Cruiser’ at the 6th Annual VFW Car Show in Calhoun. The Mustang was purchased with Asset Forfeiture money seized in drug trafficking investigations.
NATIONAL PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY
National Police Week
May 10-16, 2026
“This week is National Police Week all across our nation. It was first established in 1962 by Congress and President John F. Kennedy to honor law enforcement, and particularly those officers who made the Supreme Sacrifice. Each year, we pause on May 15 to honor the memory of all peace officers who gave the last, full measure serving our nation, our states, and our local communities. This week, please take a moment to reflect and thank the men and women who daily put on a badge and put themselves at risk for others. May God bless them and keep them. We’re proud to serve the finest people in Georgia.”
Sheriff Mitch Ralston
VETERAN DEPUTY RECOGNIZED FOR LIFE SAVING, 2nd INCIDENT
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Sheriff Mitch Ralston Reports:
On Thursday afternoon, May 7, 2026, Sheriff’s Lieutenant Chad Phillips was on patrol on US Highway 41 at the CSX Railway overpass when he observed a woman laying on the railroad tracks. Lieutenant Phillips stopped and rushed to her aid on foot. He roused the woman, who appeared inebriated, and removed her from the tracks. She told responders she had placed herself on the tracks intentionally. Lieutenant Phillips summoned emergency medical personnel who removed her by ambulance.
Today, Sheriff Mitch Ralston presented Lieutenant Phillips with the GCSO Meritorious Service Medal for his actions on May 7.
Lieutenant Phillips quite probably prevented a tragedy. His citation read in part that his “keen observational skills and calmness under stress were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Office of Sheriff”.
This is Lieutenant Phillips second award for life saving actions; in September, 2010, he and 2 other deputy sheriffs rescued the driver of a burning automobile on Interstate 75.
He has served in the Sheriff’s Office since 2002.
Photo: left-to-right: Major Ritchie Harris, Sheriff Mitch Ralston, Lieutenant Chad Phillips, Chief Deputy Robert Paris, and Captain Ben Worley.
COUNTY JAIL STAFF AND ADMINISTRATION, RECOGNIZED BY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AND NATIONAL ORGANIZATION…
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Sheriff Mitch Ralston Reports:
On Tuesday, May 5, the Gordon County Board of Commissioners issued an official proclamation recognizing Jail staff for “National Corrections Officers Week”. The Proclamation read in part, “Their commitment to their jobs goes above and beyond, demonstrating unwavering dedication and professionalism in managing offenders and ensuring safety, often putting themselves at risk in the process.”
Sheriff Ralston added, I want to thank the Board for their proclamation recognizing correctional officers, and l also want to formally and publicly thank all of the members of my jail staff for the tremendous job they do on a daily basis. I have an exceptional Jail Administrator, and l am very proud of each and ever jail employee. Corrections work can be a thankless task but the people of our community can be proud of all the staff in our jail. They are efficient, professional, and take great pride in their work.”
Last week The administrative jail staff was honored with an award from the ‘National Institute of Jail Operations’ (NIJO) for excellence in the corrections field.
Depicted receiving the award from Mr. Tate McCotter are Captain Dylan Nicholas, and Jail Administrator Major Pat Bedford.
Depicted in the group photo, left to right: Commissioner Kevin Cunningham, Commissioner Chad Steward, Jailor Drake Bray, Jailor Dana McCaslin, Deputy Katy Childers, Jailor Stephanie Stevens, Jailor Jessica James, Jailor Aven Serritt-Moore, Major Pat Bedford, Sergeant 1st Class Johnny Bray, Commissioner Kurt Sutherland, Commissioner Randy Abernathy, and Board Chairman Bud Owens.
SHERIFF’S K9 DEPUTIES ATTEND ADVANCED TRAINING
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Sheriff Mitch Ralston Reports:
Between April 22 and April 26, Sheriff’s K9 Handlers SFC Lindsey Azar and Detective Cody Jones attended advanced training in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, hosted by
‘K Star’. The training focused exclusively on man-tracking. SFC Azar and Detective Jones handle the Sheriff’s bloodhounds ‘Maggie’ and ‘Max’.
‘Maggie’ (Azar) and ‘Max’ (Jones)both regularly track fugitives and missing persons.
Shown here are Detective Jones (far right) and SFC Azar (second from right) with their instructors.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE…
Friday, April 17, 2026
Sheriff Mitch Ralston Reports:
On or about April 13, a private citizen from the Resaca community reported to the Sheriff’s Office that her pet/service dog was missing and was believed to have been maliciously killed. Detectives initiated an investigation which resulted in the arrest of JOSHUA BROWN, age 39 of Resaca, Georgia. BROWN was booked into the jail for Aggravated Cruelty to Animals. Detectives believe BROWN killed the animal with a firearm and hid the remains in a wooded area sometime in February. The detectives could not determine a clear motive. The case will now be forwarded to our District Attorney Attorneys Office for prosecution.
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