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The best workout of the year is with the Bobcats! We were proud to run the Hilliard leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics through Downtown Hilliard alongside our friends at Hilliard Special Olympics. Support our team…

More veterans will get to visit Washington, D.C., memorials thanks to a donation from the 2022 Penny For A Pound fundraiser. City of Hilliard Division of Police Lt. Doug Lightfoot, who organizes the event, presented a check for $1,900 to…

May 19, 2016 is a day we will never forget. Today marks six years since we lost Officer Sean Johnson. It’s not how he died that made him a hero, but how he lived — providing service and protection to…

The Hilliard Division of Police celebrated the career of Chief of Police Eric Grile this past week and welcomed incoming Chief Michael Woods on Monday, May 9.

Nearly 20,000 pounds were lifted to benefit the community as part of the 2022 Penny For A Pound fundraiser. A total of 17 first responders representing four different public safety agencies participated in the annual weightlifting challenge, which was held…

The City of Hilliard has “Strength in Teamwork” and we want to show you how in our 2022 State of the City video presentation. Join City Manager Michelle Crandall on a fun and informative tour of Hilliard, as she introduces…

Paramedics typically arrive on scene in response to a 911 call, but first responders in Hilliard have a program aimed at preventing the emergency before it happens. Known as Focus Hilliard, the program is Norwich Township’s version of an outside-the-box…

The City of Hilliard Division of Police is among the law enforcement agencies selected to participate in a statewide pilot program aimed at increasing diversity in the workforce. The College to Law Enforcement Pathway Program will connect criminal justice programs…

Hilliard’s Chief of Police Eric Grile has announced his retirement after 29 years in law enforcement. His last day in the role will be May 6. “I have a firm belief that leaders should lead only when they’re driving forward…

Several Hilliard Division of Police employees were recently recognized for their exceptional efforts serving the City of Hilliard. Officer Ron Burkitt and Administrative Assistant Linda Haynes were named the 2021 Employees of the Year. They were nominated for the awards…

Two City of Hilliard police officers were recognized for their contributions to the Hilliard community upon their retirements on Friday, Feb. 4. Officers Rob Seum and William Okey have each served with Division of Police for more than 20 years…

Armed with a trash grabber, two buckets, a reflective jacket and a heart of gold, Hilliard resident Ron Smith has a mission to keep this community clean. Smith was recognized Monday night by the City of Hilliard for his efforts…