Mille Lacs County Reserves

05/21/2026

04/14/2026

We have a Rufus update! He is home and resting with his family and looking eager to make a full recovery! Please see the note below from his handler/ Co-responder Noehring-

We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support for Rufus from our community. 💙 Thanks to the generosity of so many, the GoFundMe started by Deputy Sammis reached its goal of over $6,000.

Rufus is now out of surgery and beginning his recovery journey. Throughout the day, we found ourselves reflecting on just how thankful we are for every donation, every share, and every message of love sent his way. It truly means more than we can put into words.

With 10–12 weeks of recovery ahead, we’re hopeful and excited to see Rufus back doing what he loves, serving and connecting with our community.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

— The Noehrings 🐾

04/12/2026

Kicking off our annual defensive tactics training! Our Reserve Deputies will review Sheriff’s Office policies and build practical skills to help keep themselves safe while out in the field.

03/14/2026

What an incredible cause to be apart of! Shout out to Reserve Deputy Hubbart for helping out!

10/18/2025

We’re still looking for some good men and women to join! Spread the word and send us a message if you have any questions or are interested!

🚨 Now Recruiting: Reserve Deputies! 🚨
Want to serve your community, learn new skills, and support local law enforcement?
Join the Mille Lacs County Sheriff's Office Reserve Unit!

✅ Volunteer-based
✅ Training provided
✅ Community-driven

Apply today!

09/27/2025

Come out and see our reserves at Pickle Fest in Pease! We’ll be out and about until 7 tonight! 🥒

09/20/2025

This morning, several of our reserves joined forces with the Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office and Big Lake Police Department reserves for a joint search and rescue training in the Sand Dunes State Forest. The training focused on search techniques to locate a simulated lost hunter and provide stabilization for safe extraction. We’re grateful to our partners at Sherburne County for hosting this valuable exercise, which helps our reserves stay prepared to assist in searches across remote areas.

Now, time for a well-earned bath! 🧼

08/07/2025

🚨 Now Recruiting: Reserve Deputies! 🚨
Want to serve your community, learn new skills, and support local law enforcement?
Join the Mille Lacs County Sheriff's Office Reserve Unit!

✅ Volunteer-based
✅ Training provided
✅ Community-driven

Apply today!

06/13/2025

Join some of our Reserve Deputies this weekend in Onamia!

Onamia Days 2025: Back To The 90’s!

***Please note: Little Miss and Gents Pageant is moving to the ROC and starts at 6pm

Here is the official schedule of events, looking forward to seeing you there!

07/22/2024

A new face and some updated titles! Congratulations everyone!

We recently held a promotion and recognition ceremony for a number of our staff. Captain Bradley Hunt was assigned as the Enforcement Services Captain (previously served as Captain of Detention Services), Captain Dustin Naumann was promoted from Detention Services Lieutenant to Detention Services Captain, Lieutenant John Henderson was promoted from
Jail Programs Coordinator to Detention Services Lieutenant and Sergeant Jason Gallion was promoted from Investigator to Investigative Sergeant. We also recognized our newest deputy sheriff, Jon Evans. Deputy Evans came to us from a Sheriff’s Office in Iowa and prior to that he served in the United States Marine Corps. Congratulations everyone on the promotions and welcome to the team Deputy Evans!

L-R Captain Hunt, Captain Naumann, Lieutenant Henderson, Deputy Evans, Sheriff Burton and Sergeant Gallion.