A 6-year member of the Washington County Sheriff’s Department is retiring. K-9 Officer “Joe” is retiring from duty this month, announced the department. Joe has worked with Deputy Jason Schlabaugh since August of 2007 and has done routine patrol, drug investigations and search and rescue. The Sheriff’s Office plans to continue the K-9 program with a new K-9 officer in the future.

Fundraising efforts are underway and donations may be sent to:

Washington County Sheriff’s Office
Attn: Sheriff’s K9 Fund
2181 Lexington Boulevard
Washington, IA 52353