Sherman Police Department

03/04/2026

Tonight at the Sherman Board meeting, Terry Bateman was recognized for his 23 years of dedicated service to the Sherman Police Department and our community. He was presented a plaque in appreciation of his service as he retires from the department.

We are grateful for the time, effort, and dedication he has given to protecting and serving our community.

Please join us in thanking Terry for his many years of service and wishing him the best in retirement. 👮‍♂️👏

12/08/2025

08/07/2025

As of Friday at 3:30 pm, Third Ave is back open!

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE 🚧
3rd Avenue is closed for railroad work until further notice.

We appreciate your patience as this important work is completed. We’ll update as soon as the road is reopened!

Please use the following detour route:

08/06/2025

WE ARE A WEEK IN OF SCHOOLS STARTING BACK & THIS IS YOUR REMINDER TO :

STOP for School Buses!

When the stop arm is out and red lights are flashing, children are loading or unloading — you MUST stop.
Do not move until:
✔️ The red lights stop flashing
✔️ The stop arm is back in
✔️ The bus starts moving

Let’s keep our kids safe! 🚸
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/school-buses

06/06/2025

SCAM ALERT!

We have been made aware of another scam that is circulating via text message. If you receive or have received the following text message, disregard and delete the text. It is a scam.
Also, remember do not click on any links that are included in these messages as it can potentially lead to your personal data being compromised.
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"Mississippi Department of Vehicles(DMV) Final Notice: Enforcement Penalties Begin on June 9.

Our records show that as of today, you still have an outstanding traffic ticket. In accordance with Mississippi Administrative Code 15C-16.003, if you do not complete payment by June 8, 2025, we will take the following actions:

1. Report to the DMV violation database

2. Suspend your vehicle registration starting June 9

3. Suspend driving privileges for 30 days

4. Transfer to a toll booth and charge a 35% service fee

5. You may be prosecuted and your credit score will be affected

Please pay immediately before enforcement to avoid license suspension and further legal disputes.

(Reply Y and re-open this message to click the link, or copy it to your browser.)"

05/15/2025

05/15/2025

05/12/2025

Big Thank You to Sherman Police Department for keeping our community safe!

This National Police Week, we stand united behind the 'thin blue line.'

We honor the law enforcement officers who serve with dedication and bravery, and we remember those who gave their lives in the line of duty.

The thin blue line represents the courage of those who protect us, the strength of their commitment, and the solemn memory of the fallen.

04/28/2025

Road Closure Notice 🚧

Cemetery Lane is currently closed as we work to replace the culvert that washed away. Please use alternative routes 🚗 and drive safely! We hope to have it open by Thursday but watch this page for updates. Thank you for your patience! 🙏

03/10/2025

🚨 **Message from the Sherman Police Department: Lock Your Vehicles at Night!** 🚨

Lee County has seen a rise in vehicle break-ins, especially at night. Many of these incidents involve unlocked cars, making them easy targets for criminals.

We urge everyone to **lock your doors, remove valuables, and take your keys inside** before heading in for the night. A few simple precautions can help prevent theft and keep our community safe.

12/15/2024

**Important Update: Parade Cancelled Due to Weather**

Due to unforeseen weather conditions, tomorrow’s parade has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Stay safe and warm, and we'll look forward to celebrating with you soon!