The Deputy: The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC)

We're kicking off Season 5 with a different approach in this episode.  Cpl Jimmy Watt, Sgt. Adam Logan, and Sgt. Alan Sayre sit down and talk about some recent changes at the Oconee County Sheriff's Office that happened during 2025, changes at The Deputy Podcast, and what to look forward to in 2026!  Join us as we kick off Season 5 of The Deputy Podcast where we talk about anything and everything related to law enforcement, here in Oconee County SC and beyond!

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Welcome to The Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC)!  For our last episode of Season 4, Sgt. Alan Sayre and Sgt. Adam Logan talk about different Christmas traditions, as well as offering the public some helpful holiday safety information and travel tips.

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Welcome to The Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC)!  This episode is dedicated to all veterans of the United States Military.  Sgt. Adam Logan, our guest host and US Army Veteran, talks with 1st Sgt Tyler Illian, US Marine Corps Veteran and shift supervisor for "Charlie Shift", discussing the differences between being a soldier and being a deputy, the challenges with being a veteran and a deputy, and some of the personal struggles that they have dealt with during their careers.  They also discuss resources available to veterans and their families and how tho...

Welcome to The Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC) - Behind the Badge Series!  In this episode we take a look inside the School Resource Officer aspect of law enforcement.  SSgt Keith Brooks, the SRO Unit Supervisor and SRO at Walhalla High School gives us insight into a typical day in the life of an SRO, providing a look at some of the safety measures SRO's take to keep your children safe in school as well as some new technology the School District of Oconee County has implemented in the schools.  We also tal...

Welcome to The Deputy Podcast - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office - SC! We're introducing a NEW Segment as part of The Deputy Podcast titled "In The Know" to help answer questions that viewers and listeners may have regarding various topics, such as various laws, ordinances, and more.  "In The Know" is designed to educate our community on the various topics discussed from a practical standpoint. 

To kick off the "In The Know" segment, we are talking about the Oconee County Noise Ordinance.  In this episode, our host and founder of The Deputy Pod...

Welcome to The Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC) - Behind the Badge Series!  For this edition of Behind the Badge, we are taking a step into the world of the family of a law enforcement officer!  Join us as we talk to Kristy, a law enforcement officer spouse of 25+ years and dive into the world of challenges of being married to a law enforcement officer.  This episode is packed with valuable information for law enforcement spouses and family members, presented by a veteran law enforcement spouse, filled with a truly unfiltered viewpoint fro...

Welcome to The Deputy Podcast - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office - SC!  In this episode, our host, Cpl. Jimmy Watt, talks with Investigations Sgt. Clay Sheriff, one of our property crimes investigators at the Sheriff's Office.  Jimmy and Clay sit down and discuss different ways to protect your property from theft not only while you're traveling away from home but also protecting your property at home during the summer!  Clay provides a lot of great information and suggestions for you to help reduce your chances of being a victim of theft.

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Welcome to The Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC) - Behind the Badge Series!  In this edition of The Deputy - Behind the Badge, Deputy Cathryn Merriman (Road Patrol Bureau) shares her story with our host, Cpl. Jimmy Watt.  Join us as we learn more about Cathryn's story of her journey into law enforcement and her insights into being a road patrol deputy!

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Welcome to The Deputy Podcast - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office - SC!  In this episode, our host, Cpl. Jimmy Watt, talks with Corporal Billy Lee, one of our full-time marine patrol deputies at the Sheriff's Office.  Jimmy and Billy are preparing everyone for the upcoming boating season with some helpful information, tips, and law updates to help keep you safe while you're enjoying some water sports and recreation in Oconee County!

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Welcome to The Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC) - Behind the Badge Series!  In this edition of The Deputy - Behind the Badge, Lt. Nina McKee (Criminal Investigations Bureau) shares her story with our host, Sgt. Alan Sayre.  Join us as we learn about how Nina got in to law enforcement, the ups and downs of her journey, and hear her perspective on being active in the community!

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Welcome to The Deputy Podcast - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office - SC!  In this episode, our host, Cpl. Jimmy Watt, talks with Captain Justin Ward, who is the Captain of the Communications Bureau at the Sheriff's Office.  Jimmy and Justin talk about the technology behind public safety communications, the job of a dispatcher, and some of the special tools that dispatchers have at their fingertips to help keep you safe in Oconee County!

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Welcome to The Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC) - Behind the Badge Series!  On this edition of The Deputy - Behind the Badge, hosted by our Community Services Unit Coordinator Sgt. Alan Sayre, our celebration of Black History Month 2025 continues as we talk with Sgt. Richard Wint, Training Sergeant at the Oconee County Detention Center.  Join us as we get to know Sgt. Wint better and the story of his journey in law enforcement!

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Welcome to The Deputy Podcast - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office - SC!  In this episode, hosted by our Community Services Unit Coordinator Sgt. Alan Sayre, we are celebrating Black History Month 2025 with our special guest, Retired Lt. Chuck Hunter, who retired from the Oconee County Sheriff's Office in 2019 after serving his community for 25 years as a law enforcement officer.  Join us as we talk about Black History from not only a national view, but also right here at home in Oconee County, SC. 

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Welcome to The  Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC) - Behind the Badge Series!  On this edition of The Deputy - Behind the Badge, host and Public Information Officer of the Sheriff's Office, Corporal Jimmy Watt, speaks with Sgt. Alan Sayre, Community Services and Outreach Coordinator at the Oconee County Sheriff's Office.  Join us as we get to know Sgt. Sayre better, his passion for serving his community, and the story of his journey in law enforcement!

Welcome to The  Deputy - The Official Podcast of the Oconee County Sheriff's Office (SC).  On this edition of The Deputy, host and Public Information Officer of the Sheriff's Office, Corporal Jimmy Watt, speaks with Sheriff Mike Crenshaw.  During their conversation, Sheriff Crenshaw talks about his previous three terms as Sheriff and looks ahead to goals for his fourth term.