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Volume 20 • Issue 23
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April 18, 2025
High Standards
IOP POLICE DEPT ACHIEVES ANOTHER PRESTIGIOUS A C C R E D I TAT I O N
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BY KEVIN CORNETT
he Isle of Palms Police Department is proud to announce that it has successfully achieved accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for the eighth consecutive time. This significant milestone reaffirms the department's commitment to excellence in law enforcement and community service. The announcement was made during a formal ceremony at the CALEA conference in Garden Grove, California, on March 22, 2025, where Chief of Police Kevin Cornett and Accreditation Manager Corporal Amanda Postell were presented with the accreditation certificate by CALEA commissioners. The accreditation process is rigorous and thorough, requiring the department to meet over 100 professional standards in administration, operations, and support services. The accreditation process involves comprehensive evaluations of the department’s policies, procedures, and practices to ensure alignment with national standards for (continued on page 3)
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Sundi Herring with Hope Lodge Charleston (pictured far right, front) on hand for the presentation with owner, GM and employees of Islander 71. PHOTO PROVIDED
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BY GLENN MEADOWS
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he Sullivan’s Island Police Department announced today that it has been recognized for excellence in policy management and training in 2024 by Lexipol, a leading provider of solutions that support performance excellence in public safety. This marks the second consecutive year the department has received this recognition. The Lexipol Connect program tracks the Sullivan’s Island Police Department’s performance on five metrics that measure success in policy management. The department (continued on page 3)
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BY MORGAN HURLEY
slander 71 Fish House and Raw Bar wrapped up its oyster roast season with a meaningful community event, Shucking for Hope Lodge, raising $13,260 for Hope Lodge Charleston. Held on Saturday, March 15, the event featured all-you-can-eat oysters, live music, and a packed house of locals rallying for a cause. Hope Lodge Charleston, operated by the American Cancer Society, provides free lodging and support to cancer patients and their caregivers during treatment. Following the success of Shucking for Hope Lodge, Islander 71 is thrilled to announce Hope Lodge as its official charity partner for the
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upcoming Kentucky Derby Party on Saturday, May 3. The Derby event promises to be Charleston’s biggest celebration of the Run for the Roses, featuring a massive 20-foot outdoor screen, live music, a best-dressed contest, and more—all in support of Hope Lodge Charleston. “We’re incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support during our oyster roast and look forward to keeping the momentum going with our Derby Day celebration,” said Jon Bushnell, owner of Islander 71. For more on Hope Lodge Charleston, visit cancer.org.
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