SIOUX COUNTY, I.A. (Dakota News Now) - Sioux County Sheriff Jamie Van Voorst has announced his retirement at the end of this year, completing a 33-year career in law enforcement.

Van Voorst’s last day at the Sioux County Sheriff’s department will be on Dec. 31, 2025, he announced in a statement.

“Serving as your Sheriff has been one of the greatest honors of my life—an opportunity that, not so long ago, I never could have imagined." Van Voorst said.

Van Voorst called his decision to retire “not an easy one”, citing a desire to be closer to his wife, children, and grandchildren.

“Now, it’s the right time for me to be there for them. To encourage them through their stages of life. To champion them through their challenges and victories. To be present without interruption. To watch every

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