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The St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to serving and protecting the citizens of our community with professionalism, integrity, and respect.

Through proactive policing, community partnerships, and a commitment to justice, we strive to ensure

06/01/2026

🚤 NEW! First-Ever Boater Safety Practical Classes in St. Joseph County 🚤

For the first time, the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office is offering hands-on Boater Safety Practical Classes designed to help certified boaters build confidence and improve their skills on the water.

These practical sessions are ideal for individuals who already possess a valid Boater Safety Certificate and would like personalized instruction from Sheriff’s Office deputies.

📅 June 6, 2026
📍 Clear Lake & Lake Templene

📅 June 7, 2026
📍 Klinger Lake & Palmer Lake

🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Participants must provide their own boat. Deputies will provide one-on-one instruction in approximately 15–20 minute sessions covering:

• Safe boating practices
• Required safety equipment
• Navigation and waterway awareness
• Launching and docking techniques
• General boating safety tips and best practices

Whether you’re new to boating or simply want to sharpen your skills before the busy summer season, this is a great opportunity to learn from experienced marine patrol deputies in a practical, real-world setting.

📞 To reserve a time slot or obtain additional information, contact the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office at 269-467-9045, ext. 239.

Space is limited. We encourage interested boaters to schedule early and take advantage of this first-of-its-kind training opportunity.

05/31/2026

What a great day for our 2nd Annual Roofsit Fundraiser!

Thanks to the incredible support of our community, we are proud to announce that we raised over $11,000 for the Sheriff's Fund. These funds will help support programs including our K9 Unit, Drone Team, Dive and Rescue Team, Autism Awareness Program, Special Response Team, Sheriff's Vest Program, and Victim Services.

We were fortunate to have beautiful weather, outstanding K9 demonstrations, and the opportunity to spend time with so many families and community members throughout the day.

We would like to thank the following organizations, businesses, and individuals for helping make this event a success:

• St. Joseph County United, Kelly Hostetler and staff
• 99.3 WBET Super Hits, Mike Stiles
• Miller Electric
• Grand True Value Rental
• Cass County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit
• Van Buren County Sheriff's Office K9 Team
• White Pigeon Police Department K9 Team
• Ryan Kane, Buildings and Grounds
• Our volunteers
• Sheriff's Office staff and their families
• Everyone who attended, donated, and supported the event

Events like this are about more than fundraising. They provide an opportunity to connect with the people we serve, strengthen relationships, and showcase the dedicated men and women who work every day to keep St. Joseph County safe.

Thank you again to everyone who helped make this year's Roofsit a tremendous success. We are grateful for your support and look forward to seeing you again next year!

You can continue to donate by scanning the QR code or calling one of these two numbers. Thank you very much!!!

05/30/2026

Come out and join us for a beautiful day!!!! K9 demonstrations are starting and will continue every half hour.

05/28/2026

Just a reminder from yesterday’s post about the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office 2nd Annual Roofsit Fundraiser happening this Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Sheriff's Office, 650 E. Main St., Centreville.

The weather is still looking great, there will be K9 demonstrations between 10-10:30 am and later. It’s a great chance to come out, bring the family, and spend time with members of your Sheriff’s Office and community.

We hope to see everyone there, and please continue sharing the flyer to help spread the word!

05/26/2026

Join Us for the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office 2nd Annual Roofsit Fundraiser in partnership with St. United St. Joseph County United Way!

Saturday, May 30
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office

Come out and support the Sheriff’s Fund while spending the day with members of your Sheriff’s Office, United Way, and our community.

Funds raised help support important programs including:

K9 Unit
Drone Team
Autism Awareness Program
Dive and Rescue Team
Special Response Team
Sheriff’s Vest Program
Victim Services Unit

This event is all about bringing our community, United Way, and the Sheriff’s Office together while supporting programs that benefit St. Joseph County.

Bring your family, stop by, and help us make this year’s event even bigger than last year.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post and the attached flyer.

Donations can also be made using the QR code on the flyer.

We hope to see everyone there!

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=JU4XFND2F4DL4&source=qr

05/25/2026

Some gave years of service. Some gave decades.And some gave everything.

This Memorial Day, we are not simply marking the beginning of summer or enjoying a long weekend. We are standing still for a moment to remember the Americans who never made it home, the sons, daughters, fathers, mothers, friends, and heroes who laid down their lives for people they would never meet.

At the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, service and sacrifice are values we understand deeply.

Today, we honor those whose final act of service was giving their lives in defense of this nation and the freedoms we often take for granted.

Their names may fade from headlines, but their sacrifice must never fade from memory.🇺🇸

05/22/2026

I am proud to officially welcome Deputy Josh Bakhuyzen and Deputy Ethan Borchardt to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement Services Division as they begin serving and protecting the citizens of St. Joseph County.

Deputies Bakhuyzen and Borchardt graduated from the Kalamazoo Valley Police Academy on May 14, 2026, and were officially sworn in on May 18, 2026. Both men have worked hard to reach this point, and I am proud to have them join our team.

The photos shared here capture several important moments in their journey, from graduation and badge pinning ceremonies to taking their oath of office and beginning field training alongside Deputy Wertheimer. These moments represent the dedication, sacrifice, and commitment it takes to earn the privilege of wearing this badge.

At the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office, we remain committed to professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and most importantly, service to our community. Josh and Ethan are outstanding additions to our office, and I am confident they will serve the people of St. Joseph County with pride, integrity, and honor.

Please join me in congratulating and welcoming Deputy Josh Bakhuyzen and Deputy Ethan Borchardt to the Sheriff’s Office family. I look forward to watching both of these young deputies grow in their careers and become leaders within our profession.

-Sheriff Spence

05/21/2026

This past Tuesday during the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners meeting, I had the honor of recognizing Corrections Deputy Jeremy Tyler for 25 years of service to the citizens of St. Joseph County and the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office.

Jeremy began his career in the jail and finished his career serving as our Court Security Deputy. Throughout those 25 years, Jeremy represented the values we expect from the men and women of this office. He treated people with dignity and respect, carried himself professionally, and understood the balance between compassion and accountability.

Jeremy earned the respect of the people he worked alongside, the citizens he served, and the inmates he encountered throughout his career. That respect was earned through years of fairness, professionalism, and the way he treated people every day.

During the ceremony, Jeremy was presented with the Distinguished Service Award, the American flag flown on the day of his retirement, a commemorative shadow box, and his retired badge.

On a personal level, Jeremy has also been a friend, and that is something I have valued greatly over the years. In this profession, friendships built through years of working together mean a great deal, and I am thankful for his friendship and support throughout the years.

I also want to thank Jeremy’s wife, Tami, and their family for the sacrifices they made throughout his career. A career in law enforcement is a commitment not only carried by the person wearing the badge, but also by the family standing beside them.

Jeremy, thank you for your 25 years of service, dedication, and sacrifice to this office and the citizens of St. Joseph County. We wish you nothing but the best in retirement.

-Sheriff Spence

05/20/2026

Looking for a way to give back and support programs that make a real difference in our community? Here’s your opportunity.

100% of every donation goes directly to the program or service you choose to support. Whether it’s $10 or $10,000, every contribution matters and is greatly appreciated.

Programs supported through the Sheriff’s Office include:

• K9 Program
• Autism Awareness Program
• Emergency Management
• Marine Patrol
• Drone Team
• Special Response Team (SWAT)
• Dive Rescue & Recovery
• Animal Control
• Victim Services

Thank you for supporting the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office and the important services we provide to our community.

05/18/2026

Please join us as we honor Corrections Deputy Jeremy Tyler on his retirement after 25 years of dedicated service to the St. Joseph County Sheriff’s Office and the citizens of St. Joseph County.

Throughout his career, he earned the respect of his fellow staff, the public, and the inmates he worked with through his professionalism, fairness, and the way he treated people every day.

We thank Jeremy and his family for their years of sacrifice and service to this community and wish him the very best in retirement.

Retirement Celebration
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:00 PM
St. Joseph County Road Commission
20914 M-86, Centreville

We hope you can join us in celebrating Jeremy’s career and service.

Address

650 E. Main Street
Centreville, MI
49032

Telephone

+12694679045

Website

https://www.stjosephcountymi.gov/government/courts-law-enforcement/sheriff-s-department, https://www.stjosephcountymi.go

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