For those who may not have access to our online resources, we have set up a non-emergency line that should be used for questions regarding current evacuation levels, resource availability, volunteer needs and more. This phone number is 541-812-2260. Please …
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Linn County Sheriff Jim Yon reports members of his Search and Rescue and Posse responded to rescue of a 58-year-old woman, from Washington state, reportedly having medical issues. On Monday, August 17, at 7:28 p.m., the Linn County Dispatch …
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Linn County Sheriff Jim Yon reports his office received a call on Monday, August 17, 2020 at 5:40 p.m., regarding possible human remains in the area of Detroit Lake. Fire crews responded to the report of a burning vehicle on …
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Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic and requirements put in place across the state, the Sheriff’s Office has made the decision to cancel the Fall 2020 Citizens Academy. We look forward to once again offer this great opportunity in the …
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National Night Out is a nationwide event that normally takes place on the first Tuesday of August every summer. The Linn County Sheriff’s Office has been proud to take place in many events across the county. This summer, due to …
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Linn County Sheriff Jim Yon announces Sheriff’s Office the Civil Office is now taking Applications for both renewals and new Concealed Handgun Licenses. We had previously restricted new CHL applications due to COVID-19 issues and fingerprinting. New CHL applicants need …
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Beginning June 8, 2020, the Linn County Jail will begin accepting phone calls on the jail visiting line for the public to schedule social visits with friends and family in the facility. Each visiting area has restrictions on the number …
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Linn County Sheriff Jim Yon announces Sheriff’s Office facilities are re-opening today, May 18th. Both Animal Control and the Civil Division will be open to the public during normal operating hours. Civil will be open for CHL renewals, as well …
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Please be aware that in response to Governor Kate Brown’s most recent Executive Order that the Linn County Jail is suspending all social visits for the jail population at this time. The status of visitations will be updated as necessary. …
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Deputy Rachael Poore graduated Basic Police Academy Class #395 today. Rachael was chosen as the class leader and received the prestigious Victor G. Atiyeh Award for her outstanding leadership and performance. Rachael is very excited to start serving the Linn …
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