Tag Archives: SROs

New security cameras will help monitor more blind spots across the Overton County School System. Overton County Schools Supervisor of Technology Brent Thrasher said School Resource Officers have pointed out the blind spots in larger spaces of multiple schools. He said the new cameras will monitor monitor both outdoor and indoor spaces, depending on the need at each campus. “Schools ... Read More »

The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department has concerns about the increased popularity of TCH-infused vape pens. The department’s Drug Task Force Division participated in a raid Friday where an assortment of the cartridges used in these pens were seized. Sheriff Eddie Farris said he suspects the cartridges would have been distributed to minors. Farris said high school SROs have been on ... Read More »

Putnam County Director of Schools Corby King said he is appreciative of additional funding from the state to address security needs. Thursday the House passed a bill that would require things like locking the doors while students are present and conducting safety drills. King said he does not necessarily agree with the use of armed guards for the Putnam County ... Read More »