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Celebrating Excellence: Officer Seth Quick Receives Prestigious Academic Award at Basic Jailors Academy

Lynchburg, VA — The Basic Jailors Academy recently celebrated a remarkable achievement as Officer Seth Quick, a standout student and Piedmont employee, was honored with the prestigious Academic Award. This accolade is not only a testament to Mr. Quick’s hard work and dedication but also a significant milestone in the realm of law enforcement training. […]

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Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

On November 20, 2025, Piedmont Regional Jail hosted its Annual Volunteer Dinner to show appreciation for the dedicated volunteers who generously give their time to guide and support the offenders at the facility. This year’s guest speaker was Retired Honorable Judge Joel Cunningham Sr., the first African American judge to serve in this region, having

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Coat & Hoodie Drive for Prince Edward County Public School Students

Piedmont Regional Jail has concluded a community Coat and Hoodie Drive benefiting students in Prince Edward County Public Schools. The initiative, led by Director of Compliance Bridgett Tisdale and Re-Entry Counselor Crystal Knight, ran from October 27, 2025 through December 1, 2025 and collected new and gently used winter clothing for local families. All donated

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Piedmont Regional Jail Authority Recognizes Outstanding Officer at the Basic Jailor’s Academy

Piedmont Regional Jail Authority recently celebrated the achievements of its latest Basic Jailor’s graduating class, highlighting the outstanding performance of one particular student, Officer John Carwile. Officer Carwile was awarded the prestigious Academic Award for his exceptional dedication and academic excellence, Officer Carwile has made a significant impact during his time in training. With a

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Piedmont Regional Jail Authority K9 Kendy has Received Donation of Body Armor

Piedmont Regional Jail Authority, VA, K9 Kendy has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.  K9 Kendy’s vest was embroidered with the sentiment “Born to Love- Trained to Serve- Loyal Always”. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3)

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