Orangeburg Department of Public Safety

06/24/2026

🚨 ORANGEBURG DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY 🚨

It's 8:00 PM... Do You Know Where Your Children Are?

Every evening, families play the most important role in keeping our community safe.

Take a moment to:
👨‍👩‍👧 Know where your children are.
📱 Know who they are with.
🏡 Make sure they are home safely or where they are supposed to be.
💬 Talk with them about making good choices and avoiding dangerous situations.
📍 Stay involved in their activities and encourage positive friendships.

A few minutes of communication can prevent hours of worry.

Parents and guardians, your presence matters.
Working together, we can reduce juvenile crime, increase neighborhood safety, and build a stronger Orangeburg.

If you see suspicious activity, report it immediately.
📞 For emergencies, call 911.
📞 For non-emergencies, contact the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety (803-534-2812)

Safe Kids. Strong Families. Strong Community.

Orangeburg Department of Public Safety
"Protecting Our Community Through Service, Partnership, and Prevention."

06/18/2026

Today, we pause to remember the nine courageous firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice 19 years ago in the Sofa Super Store fire in Charleston, South Carolina, on June 18, 2007.

Please join us in honoring the memory of Captain William Hutchinson, Captain Louis Mulkey, Assistant Engineer Michael French, Firefighter Melvin Champaign, Firefighter Brandon Thompson, Firefighter William "Billy" Hutchinson, Firefighter James "Earl" Drayton, Firefighter Mark Kelsey, and Firefighter Brad Baity.

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. We honor their legacy by serving our communities with professionalism, dedication, and an commitment to ensure that everyone goes home.

Never Forget the Charleston 9.

06/16/2026

Tune into WIS at 3pm for Soda City Living with DPS discussing the Mentoring Mattering and Rose Academy programs. Orangeburg Department of Public Safety

06/12/2026

Congratulations to Public Safety Officer II Kasey Smith on receiving the prestigious Service Above Self Award from the Orangeburg Morning Rotary Club. This recognition reflects Officer Smith’s unwavering dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving the citizens of Orangeburg with integrity and compassion.

Through hard work, selfless service, and a true passion for helping others, Officer Smith continues to make a positive impact both within the department and throughout the community. This honor is a testament to the values of leadership, sacrifice, and community partnership that embody public service at its finest.

Congratulations, Officer Smith and thank you for your continued dedication to serving others above self and the positive example you set everyday!👏🚔💙

06/09/2026

Today marked an incredible start to the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety Mentoring Matters & Rose Academy Summer Camp! ☀️💙

Our students began the day with words of encouragement, wisdom, and inspiration from Chief Charles P. Austin Sr., who spoke about leadership, responsibility, education, and believing in yourself even when life gets challenging. His message reminded our youth that greatness is possible when discipline, character, and determination come together.

Mentoring Matters is more than a summer program, it's about building confidence, creating positive relationships, exposing youth to new opportunities, and showing them that their community cares deeply about their future. Seeing our students engaged, smiling, learning, and supporting one another on Day 1 was a powerful reminder of why this program matters so much.

We are excited for a summer filled with mentorship, growth, educational experiences, leadership development, and unforgettable memories. Thank you to everyone who continues to invest in our youth and help make programs like this possible.

The future is bright in Orangeburg. 💙👏

05/28/2026

⏰ REMINDER: Applications for the ODPS Summer Camp Programs close tomorrow, Friday at 5:00 PM! ⏰

Don’t miss this opportunity for your child to be part of a program focused on leadership, discipline, confidence, teamwork, and mentorship within our community.

Parents will be contacted regarding acceptance into the program.

For additional questions, please contact Sgt. Delores Edmonds at 803-531-4654 or [email protected]

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety remembers our nation’s heroes and their families with gratitude and respect. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we take time to reflect, remember, and honor those who gave all.

05/23/2026

Today, Orangeburg Department of Public Safety is proud to celebrate a very special milestone — the graduation of one of our youth involved in the “Mentoring Matters & Rose Academy ” program. 🎓
This milestone represents more than earning a diploma. It represents growth, perseverance, guidance, and the power of positive mentorship. Through challenges, life lessons, encouragement, and determination, this young man continued to push forward toward success.
At ODPS, we believe every youth deserves support, opportunity, and people who stand beside them while they work toward a better future. Programs like Mentoring Matters & Rose Academy are about building trust, creating positive relationships, and helping our youth realize their full potential. Today is proof that those efforts truly matter.
We are incredibly proud of this graduate and excited to see what the future holds. Your hard work, resilience, and dedication have paid off, and your ODPS family is cheering you on every step of the way.
Congratulations Graduate!! Continue striving for greatness and remember your future is bright, and your community believes in you. 💙🖤👏

05/21/2026

Firefighters from the Orangeburg City Fire Department recently trained alongside the Orangeburg County Office of Emergency Services on the use of grain bin rescue panels. These panels are designed to assist in grain engulfment emergencies, helping first responders rescue trapped victims. The training was conducted by the Clemson Extension Agricultural Safety Program and provided valuable hands-on training and information for these types of emergencies.

05/15/2026