New law makes sheriffs accountable

A new state law ensures that Vermonters have more oversight over their county sheriffs. Act 30 mandates increased transparency and more financial accountability for the state’s 14 sheriff’s departments.

County officials take oaths of office

This past Wednesday, Feb. 1, Addison County’s officials elected this past November were sworn in at the Mahady Courthouse in Middlebury.

Michael Elmore tapped to move up to sheriff’s post

Elmore won 8,177 (44.45%) of the 18,396 votes cast, prevailing over fellow candidates Gerald Grant of Addison and Mark Stacey of Leicester. Grant received 3,807 (20.69%) of the votes and Stacey won 3,105 votes (16.88%).

Letter to the editor: Elect Elmore as next sheriff

Mike is a born leader.

GOP taps Michael Elmore for sheriff

Addison’s Michael Elmore easily prevailed over Ron Holmes of Middlebury, 1,199 to 646, in Tuesday’s Republican primary for Addison County sheriff.

Letter to the editor: Elmore has proven he’s the right choice for sheriff

We are writing to encourage you to vote for Michael Elmore for Sheriff. Not only because he is already functionally running day-to-day of the sheriff department, but also because of our direct experience with him the past year. To make a long story short, … (read more)

Letter to the editor: Elmore is exemplar of commitment and integrity

I am a retired Trooper and have worked in and around Law Enforcement for more than a quarter century.

Letter to the editor: Elmore exhibits high level of maturity and leadership

Mike is one of the most honest and genuine people I have ever met. I have never once seen Mike waver from his values in any way.

Letter to the editor: Elmore has proven himself

I hope you will join me in supporting Michael Elmore for Addison County sheriff in the upcoming Aug. 9 Vermont Primary election.

Letter to the editor: Elmore is a good choice for sheriff

As spouse of a previous, long-term Sheriff, I have a very good understanding of what it takes to be successful in this role.

Two candidates square off in GOP primary for sheriff

Read about Mike Elmore and Ron Holmes, the two GOP candidates running for Addison County Sheriff

Elmore says he can hit the ground running

Addison County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Michael Elmore is hoping area voters on Aug. 9 will give him a big boost toward becoming sheriff.

Elmore running for county high bailiff

ADDISON — Addison County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Mike Elmore has always loved law enforcement. Politics? Not so much. But he’s nonetheless thrust himself into the local political arena this fall to compete for the position of Addison County high bailiff … (read more)