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Stay informed about the latest developments from the Nolan County Sheriff's Office. This platform provides access to media releases, advisories, and important updates. Here, you will find all the necessary information to remain connected and well-informed.
Traffic stop leads to an arrest and seizure of methamphetamine
On Sunday, July 6, 2025, at around 5:12 PM, a Nolan County deputy initiated a traffic stop on a multicolored Chevrolet truck for a minor...
Jul 9, 20251 min read
Investigation leads to felony arrests and seizure of firearm and suspected methamphetamine.
On Saturday, June 21, 2025, deputies with the Nolan County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a structure fire in the 300 block of...
Jul 2, 20251 min read
Nolan County Jail passes annual inspection by TCJS
The Nolan County Jail has successfully passed a rigorous inspection by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards, with no deficiencies...
Jul 1, 20251 min read
Aircraft Crash at Sweetwater Municipal Airport
This afternoon, deputies, alongside officers from the Sweetwater Police Department and fire and rescue personnel, responded to a report...
Jun 26, 20251 min read
Nolan County Jail Receives Generous Book Donation from County-City Library
The Nolan County Jail is pleased to announce the generous donation of books received from the County-City Library. Yesterday,...
Jun 26, 20251 min read
The Nolan County Sheriff’s Offices' newest deputies were sworn in this afternoon
Sheriff James Villanueva officially welcomed two new Deputy Sheriffs, Kent McAnally and Maria Martinez, during a swearing-in ceremony on...
Jun 20, 20251 min read
Nolan County Sheriff’s Office celebrates Graduation of Law Enforcement Academy Classes 105 and 106.
Thirty cadets graduated last night from the West Central Texas Law Enforcement Academy after successfully completing a 31-week, 720-hour...
Jun 17, 20251 min read
PayPal Scam
Deputy Sheriff Smith wanted to take a moment to make you aware of a new PayPal scam. Scammers are getting pretty creative in trying to...
May 20, 20251 min read
Martin McDonell sworn in as Reserve Deputy
On Monday, May 19, 2025, Sheriff James Villanueva administered the oath of office to Martin McDonell, an active Reserve Deputy Sheriff at...
May 19, 20251 min read
NCSO Staff receive Mental Health and First-Aid Training
Members of our jail staff and administrators successfully completed specialized training provided by West Texas Centers. This mandatory...
May 15, 20251 min read
Memories of Service: Roy Clark's Journey as a Nolan County Jailer in the 1970's and the first uniform patch issued by Nolan County.
The Nolan County Sheriff's Office has been in existence since 1881, and as Sheriff, I understand it has a rich history and that is...
May 15, 20257 min read
Honoring our Heroes
In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls,...
May 12, 20251 min read
Honoring the Dedication and Service of Our Correctional Officers
As National Correctional Officers Week comes to an end, it's a time to reflect on the hard work and dedication of those who work in the...
May 9, 20251 min read
Sheriff James Villanueva swears in a Reserve Deputy Sheriff
On Monday, May 5, 2025, Sheriff James Villanueva administered the oath of office to Eddy Hernandez, an active Reserve Deputy Sheriff at...
May 5, 20251 min read
Sheriff Villanueva swears in new Detention Officer
On Monday, May 5, 2025, Sheriff James Villanueva administered the oath of office to Daniel Mendoza, a newly appointed Detention Officer...
May 5, 20251 min read
National Correctional Officer's Week - May 4-10, 2025
Being a correctional officer requires not only a unique set of skills but also an immense amount of courage and resilience. These...
May 4, 20251 min read
Drive Safely During Beat the Street for Little Feet Events
As the sun rises over Sweetwater, it signals the start of an exciting day for athletic enthusiasts participating in the annual Beat the...
Apr 25, 20251 min read
Announcing Our New Domain and Website
We are pleased to announce the launch of our newly redesigned, more navigable website, which highlights our dedication to enhancing user...
Apr 25, 20251 min read
Essential Training Programs for Jail Staff to Enhance Safety and Security
In recent months, our correctional officers have engaged in comprehensive training across several critical domains, including CPR, the...
Apr 23, 20251 min read
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