Glades County Sheriff's Office

06/14/2026

Update at 10:50AM State Road 29 is open both directions.

Update 9:33AM: State Road 29 has one lane open. Traffic is moving slow. Use caution in this area as clean up continues.

State road 29 is currently closed in both directions at Pollywog crossover due to a traffic accident. We are not sure at this time how long the closure will last. Please use an alternate route.

06/12/2026

Scammers are calling again. This is a reminder that we will not call you and ask for money or threaten you.

The Sheriff's Office has been contacted multiple times in the last few weeks regarding scam callers. We wanted to post a few reminders. The Sheriff's Office will never call you to tell you we are issuing a warrant. We will never call you and ask for payment over the phone. We will also never call you regarding Jury duty. These are all scams. Don't fall for the call. Do not give out any personal information, and end the call.

06/04/2026

State Rd 78 E is down to one lane (temporarily) in the area of
L Cross due to a Traffic accident. Traffic will be moving slowly in this area until the cleanup is done. Please use caution when driving through.

05/29/2026

He is riding in bigger pastures💛 A post that was personally requested by Sheriff David Hardin.

05/28/2026

The Glades County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for candidates seeking a career in 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator (offering sponsorship for classes & training, with a two-year agreement of employment). Upon obtaining a State Certificate (passing the state exam for 911 Public Safety Telecommunicator) dispatchers would receive an increase in rate of pay to $36,723.44 annually.
Minimum Qualifications:
US Citizen
Valid Driver’s License
at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Benefit Package:
Paid Medical Insurance for Employees
Available Medical Insurance for Family
Available Vision & Dental Plans for Employee and Family
Paid Life Insurance
Paid Retirement through the Florida Retirement System
Optional participation in a deferred compensation program
Annual Paid Leave
Job Type: Full Time
Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays
Glades County Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer.
For an Application please visit: www.gladessheriff.org
or Contact Human Resources 863-946-1600 ext. 2129

05/27/2026

🚫🔥 BURN BAN IN EFFECT 🔥🚫

The Glades County Board of County Commissioners has implemented a countywide burn ban effective May 26, 2026, due to dry conditions and increased wildfire risk.

All outdoor burning is prohibited until further notice. This includes:
• Yard debris burning
• Campfires
• Bonfires
• Any unauthorized outdoor open burning

The burn ban is necessary to help protect the safety of our residents, firefighters, property, and natural resources.

We ask all residents and visitors to remain vigilant and avoid activities that could spark a fire.

Updates will be provided as conditions change.

Thank you for your cooperation and helping keep Glades County safe 💙

05/27/2026

State Road 29 is currently closed in both directions just north of the intersection of 78 W due to a traffic accident. Please use caution if you are traveling SR 29. Traffic will be rerouted until the accident is cleared.

05/27/2026

***UPDATE*** State road 78 should be opening back up around 11:30 PM.

State Road 78 E is currently closed in both directions at gun club road(GCSO Gun Range) due to a traffic accident. We are not sure how long the road will be closed at this time. Please find an alternate route.

05/25/2026

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05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!! We hope you all have a fantastic day!