National Police Week is a solemn annual observance held each May to honor the service and sacrifice of U.S. law enforcement officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty. Established in 1962 by a joint resolution of Congress and a proclamation from President John F. Kennedy, the week coincides with National Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15. In 2026, the week is observed from May 10 to May 16, drawing tens of thousands of officers, survivors, and citizens to Washington, D.C., for events such as the Annual Candlelight Vigil on the National Mall and the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service at the U.S. Capitol. Beyond these formal ceremonies, it serves as a period for communities nationwide to show appreciation for their local departments and reflect on the bravery required to safeguard the public.

Thank you to all those who have served and protected our communities!

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God."- Matthew 5:9