RESCHEDULED!!!

Solar Polar Plunge for Special Olympics is now Saturday, August 29th at W. Kerr Scott Reservoir


The Wilkesboro Polar Plunge becomes the Solar Polar Plunge for it's 10th anniversary in 2009 ! On Saturday, August 29th participants who have raised funds for Special Olympics fulfill their obligations by jumping into the waters of Kerr Scott Lake. Also new is the Super Plunge where a select few will take 24 jumps in 24 hours! The Super Plunge begins at 1 pm on Friday, August 28th at the main entrance to the lake.



Wilkesboro Police Reports are free at our Law Enforcement Operations Center located at 100 West St.
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Join us at Sagebrush Steakhouse every second Wednesday of the month for Special Olympics day! 10% of your purchase will be donated to NC Special Olympics by Sagebrush. Officers will be present with vouchers to document your purchase and NC Law Enforcement Torch Run merchandise is available that further supports this worthy charity.

2009 N.C. Law Enforcement Torch Run Shirts and Hats Available Now!
Get yours at the Wilkesboro Law Enforcement Operations Center located at 100 West St. (the corner of Main St. and West St.) Shirts are $13 and hats are $15 with all proceeds to benefit N.C. Special Olympics. We can also deliver anywhere in town plus one mile, ship them to you or have your order ready for pick-up at any fundraising event.
The next events are Wednesday, June 10 at Sagebrush Restaurant. If interested in obtaining Torch Run merchandise, contact Lt. Garris.



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The Wilkesboro Police Department is a progressive organization staffed with 27 law enforcement professionals. We have many divisions to adequately serve our fellow citizens:

Patrol Services

Criminal Investigations

Bicycle, Foot and Off Road Patrol(Alternative Patrol)

Special Weapons And Tactics "SWAT"

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We are active participants in the N.C. Governor's Highway Safety Program helping to make our streets safer.

We are in the process of seeking C.A.L.E.A. accreditation. For information visit:
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We also progressively guard our children's safety with our "Kids Identification" and "Safe Kids" programs.