Warren County Regional Jail

Warren County Regional Jail Dedicated to serving the community. The main jail was completed in April of 1987. It was recently renovated again allowing for an additional 12 inmates.

When it was opened 78 inmates were moved from the old jail located at 429 East 10th St. In 1998 we opened the 144 bed Class D building which houses work release inmates and inmates who are on the Class D program. In 2000 we opened another 160 bed addition which houses the females and Federal inmates. In 2003 our old juvenile section of the facility was transformed into a female Class D program. Th

ere has been a change in the Kentucky Jail Standards which has allowed us to add additional beds in selected cells which brings our total beds to 562.

WCRJ / Aramark HARVEST Program Yesterday marked the first food delivery to Western Kentucky University Campus Child Care...
09/04/2026

WCRJ / Aramark HARVEST Program

Yesterday marked the first food delivery to Western Kentucky University Campus Child Care with the partnership between Warren County Regional Jail, Aramark, and WKU we are calling “Little Hilltopper Family Meals”. The HARVEST Program is part of WCRJ Aramark’s In2Work Program, where inmates are studying food service and finding purpose and hope in food budgeting, food preparation, and food safety, all while working toward their ServSafe certification. This program is part of WCRJ's reentry programs and allows inmates to give back to their community while serving their sentences. Preparing the food is part of the programming, and the food delivered to WKU will be provided to families at WKU Campus Child Care who need a little help. With today’s inaugural food delivery, 25 families whose children attend the WKU Campus Child Care will take food home tomorrow for the weekend. I want to give a special THANKS to the inmates in the program, Scott Vineyard, our Aramark Food Service Director, and all the staff at WKU Campus Child Care for the partnership that allows our program to give back to our community. This is the start of a great program that benefits all those involved while spreading purpose and hope.

WCRJ Reentry Services – MAKING SUCCESSFUL REENTRY A REALITY!

Jailer Stephen Harmon

On Thursday, September 3rd, 2026, the Warren County Regional Jail witnessed a powerful moment of transformation as 16 in...
09/03/2026

On Thursday, September 3rd, 2026, the Warren County Regional Jail witnessed a powerful moment of transformation as 16 inmates voluntarily chose to be baptized, making a public profession of faith. This meaningful event reflects our ongoing commitment to serving those in our care, not only through accountability and rehabilitation, but also by supporting opportunities for spiritual growth.

With this ceremony, the total number of baptisms at WCRJ has reached 534 since the program began in 2018. Each one represents a personal decision toward change, hope, and a new direction.
We are deeply grateful for the partnership and dedication of the following ministries and churches:

Hillvue Heights Church
New Life Church
Calvary Baptist Church
Covenant Ministries
Near Church
Streams of Life Ministries
Riverstone Church of Christ
Holy Spirit Catholic

Their continued support plays a vital role in encouraging personal development, strengthening accountability, and helping individuals prepare for successful reentry into the community.
At Warren County Regional Jail, we remain committed to fostering an environment where positive change is possible, mind, body, and spirit.

Today in Warren Fiscal Court and at a luncheon afterwards, WCRJ Staff honored Deputy Shawn Whittlesey (29 years of servi...
08/28/2026

Today in Warren Fiscal Court and at a luncheon afterwards, WCRJ Staff honored Deputy Shawn Whittlesey (29 years of service) and Deputy Eddie Pendleton (27 years of service) as these men enter retirement. Both men have served our agency, our residents, and our community with commitment and dedication. A great time was had by all with great food, stories, and camaraderie.

Congratulations Shawn and Eddie. You will be missed!

On Wednesday, August 19th, 2026 the Warren County Regional Jail proudly hosted another successful Pre-Release Class.Sinc...
08/19/2026

On Wednesday, August 19th, 2026 the Warren County Regional Jail proudly hosted another successful Pre-Release Class.
Since its establishment in 2017, the Pre-Release Program has continued to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals prepare for a successful transition back into the community. Designed for those within two months of release, the program provides participants with the opportunity to create individualized reentry plans while connecting them with valuable local resources and support services.
We are incredibly grateful for the agencies, organizations, and individuals who continue to invest their time, knowledge, and compassion into this important effort:

Probation and Parole
Brent Kirby
Derrick Bledsoe
Amanda Dettman
Tiara Barbour
Goodwill
Team Kentucky
Southern Kentucky Community and Technical College (SKYCTC)
Passport Health
United Health
Journey Pure
Life Skills/Park Place
Community Action
Fuller Life Counseling
Hope Harbor
Workforce Development
Kentucky Christian Recovery

Leadership, Wellness & A Healthier WCRJYesterday,  the leadership team at Warren County Regional Jail had the opportunit...
08/15/2026

Leadership, Wellness & A Healthier WCRJ

Yesterday, the leadership team at Warren County Regional Jail had the opportunity to participate in an Administration Retreat hosted by Help the Helpers, focusing on an important topic that impacts every organization, hypervigilance and its effects on leaders and staff.

Working in corrections requires us to remain alert, prepared, and aware of our surroundings. While that hypervigilance can be essential to keeping people safe, carrying that mindset into every aspect of our lives can also take a toll on our leadership, our relationships, our decision-making, and our overall well-being.

This retreat gave our leadership team an opportunity to step back, have honest conversations, and revisit our expectations of leadership, not only in terms of safety, accountability, and performance, but also in creating a healthy environment where our staff can thrive.

At WCRJ, we believe that healthy leaders create healthier teams. Taking care of our people isn't a weakness; it's an essential part of effective leadership.

We are committed to continuing to learn, grow, and make positive changes that support the men and women who serve Warren County Regional Jail every day.

Lead well. Take care of your people. Take care of yourself.

A special thank you to Help the Helpers for investing in our leadership team and helping us continue building a stronger, healthier WCRJ. 💙

08/05/2026

July 2026 - Road Crew Statistics

Total Hours: 744
Total Tires Collected: 175
Miles Driven: 6,322
Inmate Miles Walked: 384
Bag of Litter Collected: 1,904

Yesterday, we recognized, congratulated, and said THANK YOU to Captain John Gorecki on his milestone service award for 1...
07/22/2026

Yesterday, we recognized, congratulated, and said THANK YOU to Captain John Gorecki on his milestone service award for 15 years of service! Gorecki serves as the shift supervisor on first shift.

Earlier this week, we recognized, congratulated, and said THANK YOU to Lieutenant Matt Norris on his milestone service a...
07/11/2026

Earlier this week, we recognized, congratulated, and said THANK YOU to Lieutenant Matt Norris on his milestone service award for 15 years of service! Norris serves as the assistant shift supervisor on first shift.

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