City of Spencer Police Department

06/02/2026

Monday June 1, 2026 Governor of Tennessee William Byron Lee tour concluded in Van Buren County at the same venue where Gov. Lee held his first gubernatorial campaign event in 2017, marking a return to the place where his statewide journey began.

“Over the past year, Maria and I have traveled from Mountain City to Memphis, and we’ve been reminded that our state’s greatest strength is its people,” said Gov. Lee. “As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, Tennesseans can take pride in the Volunteer Spirit carried forward in the individuals, communities, and stories that have helped shape our nation from the very beginning.”

Read more here: https://www.tn.gov/governor/news/2026/6/1/photos--gov--lee-concludes-statewide-america-250-tour.html

05/25/2026

05/16/2026

🎉Congratulations Van Buren County High School Graduates class of 2026 🥳

05/16/2026

05/08/2026

City of Spencer Police Department is grateful to receive this thanks and acknowledgment from our students. Most importantly thank you for the kind words and support.

Thank you all for your effort, creativity, and positive impact. Continue to focus with enthusiasm, resilience, and the unique energy you all have. Dream big and work hard, knowing you are valued.

Thank you

-Chief Garing

05/02/2026

Friday May 1, 2026 City of Spencer Police Department is proud to participate with Tennessee Highway Safety Office Sobriety Checkpoint.

Impaired driving is a serious crime that kills more than 16,000 people and injures 305,000 others every year in the United States. Troopers will evaluate drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment. Troopers will target those who operate a vehicle while impaired and take corrective actions for other violations observed while ensuring the protection of all motorists.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol recognizes that sobriety checkpoints are highly visible and effective tools in the battle against impaired driving.

Tennessee Highway Safety Office
Van Buren County Sheriff's Department

04/22/2026

April 15, 2026 & April 22, 2026 Spencer Police Department and Van Buren County Sheriff Department Fi****ms Training & Qualification Course.

Special thanks to Fi****ms Instructor SPD Chief Scott Garing and Fi****ms Instructor VBCSO Lt. Bill Davis for providing a diligent, proficient, and successful training course.

City of Spencer Police Department
Van Buren County Sheriff's Department

04/20/2026

04/19/2026

Saturday April 18,2026 - 31st District Children’s Advocacy Center.

17th Annual Angel Spring Gala - Sparkle for a cause: Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Soiree.

04/13/2026