Howey in the Hills Police Department

Howey in the Hills Police Department We proudly serve the residents and visitors of our Town.

The Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department, under the leadership of Chief Michael Giddens, is committed to protecting and serving our community with professionalism, integrity, and transparency.

📚✏️ Back-to-School Supply Drive is Underway! 🎒🍎Our donation boxes are officially in place, and the Howey-in-the-Hills Po...
06/05/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-School Supply Drive is Underway! 🎒🍎

Our donation boxes are officially in place, and the Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department is excited to kick off our 1st Annual Back-to-School Supply Drive!

From now through July 31st, we are collecting new school supplies to help support local students as they prepare for the upcoming school year.

📍 Donation boxes are conveniently located at:
• Town Hall
• Marianne Beck Memorial Library
• Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department

Every notebook, pencil, backpack, and supply donated can make a meaningful difference for a student in our community.

A special thank you goes out to our wonderful volunteers, Sinai Santoni and Dekoda Huff, for designing, decorating, and assembling these fun and colorful donation boxes. Your creativity, time, and dedication are greatly appreciated and will help make this initiative a success!

Together, we can help local students start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

💙 Thank you for supporting our community’s youth!

📚✏️ BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY FUNDRAISER ✏️📚The Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department, in partnership with community supporte...
06/04/2026

📚✏️ BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY FUNDRAISER ✏️📚

The Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department, in partnership with community supporters, is collecting school supplies to help local students start the upcoming school year prepared for success!

From June 1 through July 31, residents, businesses, and visitors are invited to donate new school supplies at any of our convenient drop-off locations throughout town.

🎒 Items Needed Include:
• Backpacks
• Notebooks
• Pencils & Pens
• Crayons & Markers
• Glue & Scissors
• Folders
• Rulers
• And More!

📍 Drop-Off Locations:
🏛️ Town Hall – 101 N. Palm Ave.
📚 Marianne Beck Public Library – 112 W. Central Ave.
🚔 Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department – 111 N. Palm Ave.

Every donation, big or small, helps ensure local students have the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed in the classroom.

Thank you for helping us support our youth and invest in the future of our community. Together, we can make this school year amazing!

💙📖🎒

📢 FOUND PROPERTY PUBLIC NOTICE 📢In accordance with Florida Statute 705, any unclaimed property not claimed by the deadli...
06/03/2026

📢 FOUND PROPERTY PUBLIC NOTICE 📢

In accordance with Florida Statute 705, any unclaimed property not claimed by the deadline may be disposed of as permitted by law.

Items include:
• Fishing Pole with Lure
• Disney Cruise Tote Bag
• CB Radio / Walkie Talkie
• Master Padlock and Key
• Set of Keys
• Cirkul Tumbler Cup
• Black Leather Bag with Phone and Miscellaneous Items
* Axe w/Fiberglass Handle

📅 Notice Date: June 3, 2026
📅 Deadline to Claim: July 3, 2026

📍 Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department
111 North Palm Avenue
Howey-in-the-Hills, FL 34737

📞 (352) 324-2030
📧 [email protected]

Interested parties must present a valid government-issued photo ID when claiming property.

🖤 Honoring Chief Douglas O'Dell Foster 🖤The Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department extends its heartfelt condolences to th...
06/03/2026

🖤 Honoring Chief Douglas O'Dell Foster 🖤

The Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Chief Douglas O'Dell Foster.

Chief Foster dedicated his life to public service and the protection of others. He served as the Police Chief of Umatilla, Florida. He led the department with professionalism, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to his community. Throughout his more than two decades leading the Umatilla Police Department, Chief Foster earned the respect and admiration of fellow officers, public servants, and the citizens he faithfully served.

Following his distinguished law enforcement career, Chief Foster continued serving the people of Florida as an Inspector at Lake Correctional Institution for seven years, further demonstrating his lifelong dedication to public safety and public service.

Chief Foster passed away on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, at the age of 64. His legacy of leadership, service, and commitment to others will not be forgotten.

We honor his many years of service and thank him for the lasting impact he made on his community and the law enforcement profession.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones and all who had the privilege of knowing and serving alongside him.

💙 Rest Easy, Chief. Your Watch Is Complete. 💙

Douglas O'Dell Foster
November 19, 1961 – May 25, 2026

— Howey-in-the-Hills Police

This June, during National PTSD Awareness Month, the Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department wants our veterans and all mem...
06/01/2026

This June, during National PTSD Awareness Month, the Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department wants our veterans and all members of our community to know — you are not alone.

If you are struggling, hurting, overwhelmed, or need someone to listen, please reach out. We are here to support, help heal, and honor those who have served our nation and community with courage and sacrifice.

There is strength in speaking up, and there is hope in knowing others care. Together, we stand beside our veterans — not just today, but every day. 🇺🇸💚

💙 Building a More Inclusive Community 💙The Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department continues to demonstrate its commitment ...
05/30/2026

💙 Building a More Inclusive Community 💙

The Howey-in-the-Hills Police Department continues to demonstrate its commitment to serving all members of our community through autism-informed initiatives designed to promote understanding, communication, and positive interactions.

In partnership with Autism Hero Project, which generously provided Autism Sensory Kits for our patrol vehicles, our officers are better equipped to support individuals with autism and other sensory-related needs during law enforcement encounters.

The department is also proud to participate in the Blue Envelope Program, provide Autism Occupant Vehicle Decals, and distribute informational resources that help individuals and families communicate important information during traffic stops and other interactions with law enforcement.

Each patrol vehicle now carries an Autism Sensory Kit containing a variety of sensory-friendly tools, fidgets, and calming items designed to help reduce anxiety and provide comfort during stressful situations.

To further strengthen these efforts, all officers are scheduled to receive additional autism-informed law enforcement training, ensuring we continue to learn, grow, and better serve every member of our community.

This is what community-centered policing looks like—leading with compassion, understanding, and inclusion.

Thank you to Autism Hero Project and all of our community partners who help make these initiatives possible. Together, we are building stronger relationships and creating a safer, more welcoming community for everyone.

💙 Because every interaction matters.
💙 Because every person deserves to be understood.
💙 Because inclusion starts with awareness.

🚧 Boat Ramp Dock Closure Notice 🚧Please be advised that the Boat Ramp Dock will be closed for replacement beginning May ...
05/29/2026

🚧 Boat Ramp Dock Closure Notice 🚧

Please be advised that the Boat Ramp Dock will be closed for replacement beginning May 29, 2026, through June 30, 2026.

The contractor will make every effort to keep the boat ramp open for launching during all phases of construction. However, occasional temporary closures may occur depending on the construction phase and safety requirements.

Thank you for your patience as we make these improvements to better serve our community and visitors.

For questions, please contact Public Services Director Morgan Cates at 352-324-2290 ext. 117.

🇺🇸 Memorial Day – A Promise We Keep Every Day 🇺🇸Today, the Howey in the Hills Police Department honors the brave men and...
05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day – A Promise We Keep Every Day 🇺🇸

Today, the Howey in the Hills Police Department honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Memorial Day is not just a day off. It is not just a moment in time.
It is a lifelong responsibility.

Freedom was never given; it was earned, defended, and paid for by those who never came home.

We remember them.
We honor them.
We carry their legacy forward.

Not just today, but every single day.

Let this be a reminder to live with gratitude, to stand with purpose, and to never forget the cost of the freedoms we enjoy.

Because honoring them isn’t a one-day act…
It’s something we carry for the rest of our existence.

🇺🇸🇺🇸We will never forget. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

— Howey in the Hills Police

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111 N. Palm Avenue
Howey, FL
34737

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