Chaffee County Sheriff’s Deputy receives inaugural Hometown Hero Award from US Attorney

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Deputy Donnie Smith of the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department received the inaugural Hometown Hero Award from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado. The award honors his service as part of the Department of Justice’s 250th birthday celebrations.

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Chaffee County Sheriff’s Deputy Honored by United States Attorney for the District of Colorado with the Inaugural Hometown Hero Award

Media Coverage · May 12, 2026

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado recognized Deputy Donnie Smith of the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department with the first-ever Hometown Hero Award. This award, sponsored by the Department of Justice, celebrates notable public service in honor of America's 250th birthday. The recognition highlights Deputy Smith's contributions to his community and law enforcement.

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• • Law enforcement recognition
• • Hometown Hero Award
• • Department of Justice initiative

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The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado recognized Deputy Donnie Smith of the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department with the first-ever Hometown Hero Award. This award, sponsored by the Department of Justice, celebrat

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DENVER – The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado is proud to announce the Deputy Donnie Smith of the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department has been awarded the inaugural Hometown Hero Award sponsored by the Department of Justice in honor of America’s 250th birthday.

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Chaffee County Sheriff’s Deputy Honored by United States Attorney for the District of Colorado with the Inaugural Hometown Hero Award

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado recognized Deputy Donnie Smith of the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department with the first-ever Hometown Hero Award. This award, sponsored by the Department of Justice, celebrates notable public service in honor of America's 250th birthday. The recognition highlights Deputy Smith's contributions to his community and law enforcement.

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Chaffee County Sheriff’s Deputy Honored by United States Attorney for the District of Colorado with the Inaugural Hometown Hero Award

DENVER – The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado is proud to announce the Deputy Donnie Smith of the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department has been awarded the …

May 12, 2026 · 1 min read