Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office receives Blue Shield designation from Governor Kehoe

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- Buchanan County and the Buchanan County Sheriff's Office officially received the Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety.

The honor recognizes Missouri communities that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to enhancing public safety and supporting law enforcement.

The Missouri Blue Shield Program, created by Governor Kehoe in Jan. 2025 through Executive Order 25-03, recognizes local governments making significant efforts to reduce crime, foster law enforcement collaboration and build strong community partnerships for public safety.

"Public safety is the foundation of a thriving community and state. It affects everything from families feeling secure to businesses having the confidence to invest and grow," said Gov. Kehoe. "We designed the Missouri Blue Shield Program to recognize communities that go above and beyond in creating a place where people want to live, work and build their futures. A Missouri Blue Shield designation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of local governments across Missouri who are leading the way in making public safety a priority."

"The Department of Public Safety is proud to work alongside communities like Buchanan County, that have shown exceptional dedication to enhancing public safety," said Mark James, director of the Missouri Department of Public Safety. "This program is about fostering collaboration between local law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. Our goal is to support these efforts, providing resources and guidance to help communities build sustainable, long-term solutions for crime reduction and public safety."