Tags: Clovis Watson Jr.
Alachua sheriff notes issues with new jail phone system
Jail transitioned to three, free 15-minute calls per day.
New Alachua County sheriff talks goals, challenges
Gainey says 21 departed ASCO employees are returning.
DeSantis appoints new sheriff of Alachua County
Gainesville native Emery Gainey selected to fill position in for departing Clovis Watson.
AC Sheriff Clovis Watson Jr. announces retirement
Letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis states Oct. 1 will be final day.
State: 668 officers moved to Florida in last year
Florida handed out $15 million in bonuses to new law enforcement officers.
Watson decides against re-election bid
Alachua County Sheriff informs staff he will not run in 2024.
Suicidal man shot, killed by ACSO deputies
FDLE investigates Monday incident where man aims shotgun at deputies.
Meadowbrook student brings handgun to school
Teacher finds loaded firearm in first-grader’s backpack.
BOCC aims for free jail calls with uncertain route
Motion would terminate current contract.
ACSO to lend K-9 unit to GPD
Announcement comes after GPD K-9 unit placed on limited duty on Friday.
Alachua County talks roads, cancels jail meeting
Commission discussed how to use new road dollars.
ACSO gets extra salary boost, refutes report
Sheriff’s office says it wants to stay competitive.
ACSO, PBA strike compromise deal
Bargaining agreement will be finalized after vote by deputies.