Christmas came early for some kiddos in the Roanoke area, who received a bike from the sheriff's office.

It was an exciting day for students and inmates at Roanoke City Jail.

On Wednesday, the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office participated in National Hot Dog Day by sharing with the community.

Roanoke residents could grab free lunch on National Hot Dog Day, provided by the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office.

Buying from others online is a great way to save money, but it can also be dangerous meeting someone you don’t know.

Officials said their goal is to help 300 households to be able to sit and share a traditional meal on Thanksgiving day.

ROANOKE, Va. – The Roanoke Sheriff’s Office released recent COVID-19 numbers and nearly 70 staff members and inmates have tested positive for the virus. Recent PCR testing from Tuesday shows that 53 out of 427 inmates tested positive while 24 out of 166 staff members tested positive. As of Thursday, a total of 55 out of 166 staff members and 81 out of 427 inmates have tested positive for COVID-19 since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic. The Sheriff’s Office said it will continue to conduct routine PCR testing until there are no positive test results in the facility or when it’s considered safe. Officials said if you have any coronavirus-related questions regarding the Roanoke City Jail, you can call 540-853-1761 or submit a question on their website here.

ROANOKE, Va. – After 33 years in law enforcement, Roanoke Sheriff Tim Allen is retiring. Allen will retire Jan. 8, 2021, with about a year left on his second term, according to his retirement letter. When he leaves, Chief Deputy Maj. David Bell, who’s served in law enforcement for 28 years, will run the Sheriff’s Office, according to Allen. “I hope to focus on some personal goals and spend more time with my family,” wrote Allen. Allen was first elected as sheriff in 2013.