Ep. 132 - The Connected Community  - Ft. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Gary "Stitch" Guillory - Find the Good News with Oran Parker

Ep. 132 - The Connected Community - Ft. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Gary "Stitch" Guillory - Find the Good News with Oran Parker Have you ever witnessed or been involved in an incident that required you to call the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office? While experiences and opinions may vary—depending on which side of the law one finds themselves on—as a citizen who has had occasion to make the call, my personal impression has been highly positive. In nearly every circumstance, I've been left with a sense of gratitude for CPSO's responsiveness, professionalism, and understanding. While it's undeniable that there is immense value in having a firm enforcement arm to deter criminal activity and ensure the safety of law-abiding citizens, it's equally clear that there is a long-term benefit to serving the population through community education and public service programs. In this episode of Find the Good News, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Gary "Stitch" Guillory took the time to visit with me and share his insights on what makes Calcasieu Parish a unique thread in the fabric of Louisiana communities, and how it continues to progress and thrive within the larger quilt of the United States as a whole. With over four decades of public service and law enforcement experience, Sheriff Guillory has stepped into his elected role with the kind of respect and integrity that are critical for a leader bound to face challenges, ranging from daily criminal activity to white-collar crime, online financial scams, predators, abuse, and natural disasters. From drug trafficking and violence to petty crime, Sheriff Guillory is transparent—the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office faces the same hurdles as law enforcement agencies across our nation. Yet, he sees something uniquely hopeful in Calcasieu: a trend toward betterment, togetherness, resilience, empathy, and community, even as these bonds seem to erode in other parts of our nation. Sheriff Guillory and his team at CPSO are clearly motivated to be a positive and highly visible presence throughout Calcasieu Parish, not only through law enforcement, but by serving the people—from the elderly to the young—through volunteer work and education programs. So, I invite you to consider your role as a citizen in your community, how you can be a helper and be of service. And when you see the new green and gold cruisers and uniforms of the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office, know that the individual inside is there to serve as well. Now, let's queue the music, and press play on a little good news. Learn more about the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office » https://www.cpso.com Follow the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office on Social Media » https://www.facebook.com/CalcasieuSheriff Learn more about Parker Brand Creative Services » www.ParkerBrandUp.com Listen to more Find the Good News episodes » www.FindtheGood.News