LEORF News
July 6, 2022

I.U.P.A. and LEORF Hero Spotlight: Officer VanArsdale and K9 Anthony

I.U.P.A. Local Memphis Police Association, #318 posted on Facebook about the well-deserved recognition of Officer VanArsdale and K9 Anthony, whose lifesaving efforts were recognized by the Tennessee House of Representatives. In their post, they shared, “Great day in Nashville! Anthony and Officer VanArsdale got a standing ovation from the TN…
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LEORF News
July 1, 2022

Fun Facts About Harley Davidson You’ll Want to Know!

  We all love our Harley Davidson bikes! Here are some fun facts you probably did not know. For instance, did you know that the founders of the company were all inducted into the Labor Hall of Fame by the U.S. government in 2004 because of their deep commitment to…
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LEORF News
June 24, 2022

PTSD Screening

The United States Veterans Administration has designed June 27 as National PTSD Screening Day and are encouraging both veterans as well as others who have experienced traumatic events to complete a brief PTSD screen, which is a short set of questions, to check on their mental health needs. A copy…
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LEORF News
June 16, 2022

Ormond Beach Officer Rick Taylor Honored with Motor Officer of the Year Award

I.U.P.A. and Ormond Beach Police Officers Association, #6075 Member Rick Taylor was recognized with the 2021 Goldwing Road Riders Association, Chapter FL 1-H, Motor Officer of the Year Award. The I.U.P.A., the Ormond Beach Police Officers Association, and the Ormond Beach Police Department are all very proud of his achievement…
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LEORF News
June 7, 2022

Get Dad a Harley Bike Raffle Ticket for Father’s Day While Supporting LEOs!

  2nd Annual LEORF Harley Raffle   Father’s Day is coming up soon and it is time to think about gifts! LEORF is having the 2nd Annual Harley Raffle and it is the perfect gift to show your Dad how much he means to you while helping out LEOs and their…
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LEORF News
June 2, 2022

LEOs Across the U.S. Recognizing Memorial Day 2022

I.U.P.A. local unions and their departments across the United States posted on social media to honor those who gave their lives to protect us on Memorial Day this year.   Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association in Virginia posted, “Today PBA34 pauses to remember all those lost across the generations in…
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LEORF News
May 23, 2022

Virginia Beach Police Department Memorial Service

In honor of Police Week and for the Virginia Beach Police Department Memorial Service, Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association 34 decorated their headquarters to honor fallen officers. They posted on Facebook, “Today, in honor of #PoliceWeek and in preparation for tomorrow's Virginia Beach PD memorial service, PBA34 adorned our association's…
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LEORF News
May 19, 2022

Regional Exceptional Service Award for School Resource Officer Castellanos

I.U.P.A. and Sarasota County School Police Association Member, School Resource Officer Jose Castellanos was awarded the 2022 National Association of School Resource Officers Regional Exceptional Service Award for Region 1. NASRO stated in the award letter, “Although we received a number of worthy nominations, your commitment to fulfilling NASRO’s mission…
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LEORF News
May 11, 2022

Alexis Bohannon, Wife of Fallen St. Louis Metro Police Officer Tamarris Bohannon, wrote for COPS, “My First National Police Week”

  The following story is from the perspective of Alexis Bohannon. Alexis and her family attended NPW for the first time in 2021, as they honored her husband, St. Louis Metro Police Officer Tamarris Bohannon, EOW 8/30/2020.   I attended NPW for the first time in October of 2021, just…
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LEORF News
May 5, 2022

Denham Springs Officer Building Community Bonds with Kids

I.U.P.A. AND Denham Springs Union of Police Member, Police Officer Sydney, of the Denham Springs Police Department, had a wonderful visit with some very excited kids. The children were able to see inside of her police car and climb inside to explore. The kids were able to see her handcuffs…
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