The Rutherford County Sheriff's Office is calling on businesses to support a community-focused initiative, the 2026 Calendar Project. This educational endeavor, funded by Law Enforcement Services, aims to provide local youth with resources about a slew of pressing issues, ranging from safety guidelines to the toxic world of gangs and bullying. In a straightforward appeal for community engagement, CSU Sgt. Gary Herron elaborated on the project's goals saying, "With the community's support of the 2026 Calendar Project, we will be able to continue our mission of educating the youth of our county with essential resources on topics such as gun safety, internet safety, bullying, drug and alcohol awareness, gangs, peer pressure and more," as reported in a recent social media post.
The outreach to businesses involves a straightforward proposal, enlist their financial support through ads featured in a special 2026 educational calendar, and it's Matt Hopkins of Law Enforcement Services who is designated as the contact for interested parties, as the Sheriff's Office ensures this is a legitimate appeal and not a scam call, Hopkins’ number is 615-651-5672, those are the digits to dial should the heart of local enterprise wish to both contribute and benefit from a placement in the keepsake calendar. Additionally, any queries concerning the project can be directed to Sgt. Herron at 615-904-3019 or by email at [email protected].
Funds raised from the advertisement sales will bankroll the development and distribution of educational materials, which have been identified as critical for nurturing an environment where young people can grow up informed and secure. SGt. Herron emphasized the importance of local support in his statement, “These materials play a vital role in keeping our community safe and informed,” as noted by the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office.
