Story County Sheriff's Office

Story County Sheriff's Office For reporting crimes, call 515-382-6566. If you are experiencing an emergency, DIAL 911. This is an official page of the Story County Sheriff's Office.
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For more information about Story County, please visit www.storycountyiowa.gov. This site is intended to serve as a mechanism for communication between the public and the Story County Sheriff's Office. The opinions expressed by visitors do not reflect the opinions of the department. Comments posted to this page will be monitored and the Story County Sheriff's Office reserves the right to remove obs

cenities, off-topic comments and personal attacks. Any content posted or submitted for posting is subject to public disclosure. The Story County Sheriff’s page is not monitored 24/7. Generally, the page is monitored during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.

Story County remains under a Flood Watch through Friday morning (6/5). Heavy rainfall is expected throughout the evening...
06/04/2026

Story County remains under a Flood Watch through Friday morning (6/5). Heavy rainfall is expected throughout the evening and overnight hours, which could lead to localized flooding in low-lying areas and near rivers and streams. If you must travel, use extra caution and never drive through flooded roadways.

Today, the Story County Sheriff’s Office honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice wh...
05/25/2026

Today, the Story County Sheriff’s Office honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Their courage, dedication, and selfless service will never be forgotten. We are grateful for those who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy each day.

05/25/2026

Story County offices and buildings will be closed Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, May 26th, at 8 AM.

Yesterday, members of the Story County Sheriff's Office were proud to take part in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Spe...
05/22/2026

Yesterday, members of the Story County Sheriff's Office were proud to take part in the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics and attend the opening ceremonies for Special Olympics Iowa.

From carrying the Flame of Hope through our communities to standing alongside the incredible athletes at the opening ceremony, it was an honor to support an event that celebrates determination, inclusion, and unity. We are grateful to be part of such an inspiring tradition and wish all athletes the best throughout the games.

The Story County Sheriff’s Office recently celebrated the graduation of this year’s Citizens Academy participants. Throu...
05/19/2026

The Story County Sheriff’s Office recently celebrated the graduation of this year’s Citizens Academy participants. Throughout the program, community members had the opportunity to learn about the many roles and responsibilities within the Sheriff’s Office through hands-on demonstrations, realistic scenarios, and discussions with staff from multiple divisions.

Participants also experienced firearm safety and live-fire range training, giving them a better understanding of the training and decision-making involved in law enforcement. We appreciate the time and dedication shown by each participant and thank them for their interest in serving and learning more about their community.

05/10/2026

Overnight Closures of Northbound I-35 from Northeast 36th Street to U.S. 30 for Shoulder Widening Begin May 10

ANKENY, Iowa – May 8, 2026 – If you drive north on Interstate 35 between Ankeny and Ames, you need to be aware of overnight closures for northbound traffic from Northeast 36th Street (Exit 94) up to U.S. 30 (Exit 111), according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Marshalltown construction office.

Northbound I-35 will be closed nightly on Sunday and Monday, May 10 and 11, from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., weather permitting, for shoulder widening work.

https://iowadot.gov/news/2026-05-08/overnight-closures-northbound-i-35-northeast-36th-street-us-30-shoulder-widening-begin-may-10?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Yesterday, members of the Story County Sheriff’s Office attended the annual Iowa Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony to hono...
05/09/2026

Yesterday, members of the Story County Sheriff’s Office attended the annual Iowa Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their communities.

We stand alongside agencies across Iowa in remembering their dedication, courage, and commitment to protecting others.

As National Correctional Officers Week comes to a close, the Story County Sheriff's Office recognizes and thanks the ded...
05/08/2026

As National Correctional Officers Week comes to a close, the Story County Sheriff's Office recognizes and thanks the dedicated Detention Officers and jail staff who serve our community with professionalism, integrity, and compassion each day.

Their commitment to maintaining safety, security, and order within our correctional facilities is an essential part of public safety, and we are grateful for their continued service to Story County.

The Story County Sheriff’s Office is hiring for the positions of Deputy Sheriff and Reserve Deputy Sheriff. Apply online...
05/07/2026

The Story County Sheriff’s Office is hiring for the positions of Deputy Sheriff and Reserve Deputy Sheriff. Apply online at Storycountyiowa.gov and click on the employment tab.

Story County deputies serve in many roles throughout the community, including patrol operations, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, emergency response, inmate transport, public safety education, and community outreach.

Responsibilities range from responding to calls for service and investigating accidents or crimes to assisting other agencies, providing aid during emergencies, maintaining public order, and supporting community events. The position requires professionalism, adaptability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to protecting and serving the public at all times.

05/07/2026

The Ames Fire Department will be conducting live fire training at 210 South Dayton Avenue. The training will be held Saturday, May 9th, weather permitting.

The live fire training will begin around 9 a.m. with several small interior fires. By mid-afternoon firefighters let the structure burn completely and stay on scene until the structure has been reduced to smoldering materials. The remains may smolder for several days until the materials can be safely removed by a hired contractor. Impacts to the surrounding neighborhood are expected to be minimal based on the semi-isolated location of the property. Residents may experience smoke and rusty water in the area, but fire crews will work to minimize any issues.

All live fire training is conducted in accordance with State of Iowa Department of Natural Resources and National Fire Protection Association Standards. Traffic on South Dayton Avenue will remain open during the event.

For questions or concerns, contact Fire Training Officer A.J. Plach at [email protected] or call at 515.239.5107.

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1315 S B Avenue
Nevada, IA
50201

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+15153826566

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