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GSO Citizens Academy begins Feb. 23

The Gloucester Sheriff’s Office will offer its 2016 Citizens Academy beginning Feb. 23 at the GSO. The academy is open to county residents and non-residents who are employed in the county.

The academy offers an in-depth look at the functions and programs of the GSO and includes some demonstrations and hands-on training. Classes run from 6 to about 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays through March 29. There is also a meeting set for Saturday, March 26, at a firearms range.

Academy applications will be accepted until Feb. 12. They are available in the Gloucester Jail lobby and on the GSO webpage under the employment tab. For more information contact Capt. David Shield at 693-1374 or dshield@gloucesterva.info. ...

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