Sheriff's Report: Telecommunicators Week; Deputies of the Quarter

This interview was recorded at the Henderson County Justice Center on Wednesday, April 12, with Sheriff Botie Hillhouse and Michael V. Hannigan.

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In this week's episode, Sheriff Botie Hillhouse talks about National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, the Deputies of the Quarter, and the Henderson County First Responders Rodeo.

I. Statistics (1:49)

Summary: There are currently 391 inmates in Henderson County Jail, with 104 of those being contract inmates. The average inmate population for the year is 412.

II. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (2:35)

Summary: National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is April 9-15 and is a time to recognize the hardworking individuals who are the first point of contact in emergency situations. These professionals work tirelessly to ensure that emergency responders can quickly and effectively provide assistance to those in need.

Quote: "They are the backbone of this office, in my opinion," said Sheriff Hillhouse. "They take care of all of the citizens. They take care of every first responder in Henderson County."

III. Deputies of the Quarter (6:08)

Summary: Last week, Sheriff Hillhouse presented three outstanding employees with awards for their service and dedication to the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Samuel Addkinson was named Deputy of the 1st quarter of 2023. Communications Officer Amanda Rose was named Communications Officer of the quarter. Detention Officer Jacklyn Hart was named Detention Officer of the quarter.

IV. First Responders Rodeo (10:22)

The Henderson County First Responders 37th Annual PRCA Rodeo is scheduled for April 28-29 at the Henderson County Regional Fairpark Complex. Gates will open at 6 p.m. and the rodeo will begin at 7:30 p.m. Admission for adults is $20 and $12 for kids aged 4-12. Children 3 and under get in free. Bullfighters Only (BFO) will perform following the rodeo.

Tickets can be purchased from Elder Dodge, Cowboy Headquarters, Cavender's, Boot Barn, Verabank, and First State Bank. For more information, call 903-677-6313.

There will be a raffle each night of the rodeo for two Radical Arms SR-15223s, and a ticket will cost $10. The raffle ticket will be good for both Friday and Saturday night draws. BYOB with a 20-quart max cooler charge of $20, but absolutely no glass is allowed. The GO TEXAN Committee will host a fried fish and crawfish boil Friday night and a BBQ cookoff on Saturday. Contact Stephen Magee at 903-677-2292 for more information.