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For the last several years of his career with the LCSO, Chief Deputy Sloss was the one who oversaw all of the logistics and operational aspects of the sheriff’s office. In addition, Fred has always been involved in the community. He and Marsha are members of New Beginnings Church. He has served as the Vice President of the 20th District of the Alabama Peace Officers Association, a member of the American Veterans Alabama Post 21, the American Legion, and as part of the board of directors of Hospice of Limestone County. Fred is a man of faith, and has been publicly honored for being a public servant. He has walked people through the aftermath of death in a domestic abuse situation and protected people from others who are genuinely dangerous. People still tell him to this day how grateful they are for both his skill and professionalism in the trial, as well as his support throughout the process. I asked Fred why, when there are so many candidates, I should choose him to be our next sheriff. His response was refreshing. He said, “People who know me know what I stand for. If you want to know about Fred Sloss, don’t ask Fred Sloss, ask the people who know Fred Sloss.” He has a personal goal as well a professional one: he wants to “outwork the criminals.” In addition, he wants to “make Limestone County the safest one in the State of Alabama.” Fred fully understands that we need to gear up for the growth that we are experiencing in our county, and is looking forward to the challenge. He also said, “My door will always be open.” What does that mean? That there will be a communication lifeline between the LCSO and the people of Limestone County, and that there will be an open invitation to express concerns as well as listen to ideas on how to improve our county’s sheriff’s department. If this is the type of man that you are looking for as the next sheriff of Limestone County, then vote for Fred Sloss on May 24.