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Read the latest news from the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association. From important announcements to everyday stories, we keep you informed about the work and dedication of Florida’s deputies.
![Keith Dean, FDSA Executive Director](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/FDSA-Leadership-2024-300x161.webp)
Largest Budget, New Leadership and First FDSA Conference
It was great to provide positive news about the continued progress and growth of the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association at the recent FSA Sheriffs Summer Conference, including our largest budget to date of $2.3 million.
![Chapman Family](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ChapmanPhotoFull-300x161.webp)
Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Taylor County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Peacock After His Home was Damaged in a Fire
Following the death of one of their deputy’s children, FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean presented Walton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Audie Rowell with a Lend a Hand donation to support their family during the difficult time.
![15 Years of Serving Our Deputies and Their Families](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FDSA-15-Years-Blog-Featured-Image-0224-300x161.webp)
Safer Stops and Preparing for the Future
The year was 2009. Barack Obama was inaugurated. The first Android phone was released. Bitcoin was introduced and Avatar was the winner at the box office. It was also the year that the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association was launched with the goal of providing needed services to the brave men and women who serve their communities through our 67 sheriffs’ offices.
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Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Hodges and Deputy Hodges
Following the death of one of their deputy’s children, FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean presented Walton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Audie Rowell with a Lend a Hand donation to support their family during the difficult time.
![Leon County](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1120x600-FeaturedImage-_0000_LeonCounty-300x161.webp)
Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Sheriffs Deputies in Leon County Following Tornado Damage
Following the death of one of their deputy’s children, FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean presented Walton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Audie Rowell with a Lend a Hand donation to support their family during the difficult time.
![Leon County](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1120x600-FeaturedImage-_0000_LeonCounty-300x161.webp)
Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Sheriffs Deputies in Leon County Following Tornado Damage
Following the death of one of their deputy’s children, FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean presented Walton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Audie Rowell with a Lend a Hand donation to support their family during the difficult time.
![Walton County](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1120x600-FeaturedImage-_0002_Walton-County-300x161.webp)
Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Walton County Family After the Death of Their Child
Following the death of one of their deputy’s children, FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean presented Walton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Audie Rowell with a Lend a Hand donation to support their family during the difficult time.
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Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Taylor County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Peacock After His Home was Damaged in a Fire
Following the death of one of their deputy’s children, FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean presented Walton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Audie Rowell with a Lend a Hand donation to support their family during the difficult time.
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15 Years of Serving Our Deputies And Their Families
The year was 2009. Barack Obama was inaugurated. The first Android phone was released. Bitcoin was introduced and Avatar was the winner at the box office. It was also the year that the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association was launched with the goal of providing needed services to the brave men and women who serve their communities through our 67 sheriffs’ offices.
![Deputy Warner](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1120x600-FeaturedImage-_0001_DeputyWarner-300x161.webp)
Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Marion County Sheriff Deputy Warner During His Recovery from a Gunshot Wound in the Line of Duty
Following the death of one of their deputy’s children, FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean presented Walton County Sheriff’s Office Chief Audie Rowell with a Lend a Hand donation to support their family during the difficult time.
![Supporting Deputies through New Leadership and Relief Efforts](https://fldeputysheriffs.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/FDSA-Relief-Efforts-Blog-Featured-Image-1123-300x161.webp)
Supporting Deputies Through New Leadership and Relief Efforts
The year was 2009. Barack Obama was inaugurated. The first Android phone was released. Bitcoin was introduced and Avatar was the winner at the box office. It was also the year that the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association was launched with the goal of providing needed services to the brave men and women who serve their communities through our 67 sheriffs’ offices.
Recent Posts
- Largest Budget, New Leadership and First FDSA Conference
- Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Taylor County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Peacock After His Home was Damaged in a Fire
- Safer Stops and Preparing for the Future
- Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Jackson County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Hodges and Deputy Hodges
- Lend a Hand Story: FDSA Supports Sheriffs Deputies in Leon County Following Tornado Damage
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