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Jail scores in top 10% in country

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**Wilson Jail Scores in Top 10% in Country**

*By Drew C. Wilson*
dwilson@wilsontimes.com | 252-265-7818

An independent auditor recently gave high marks to the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office for its operation of the Wilson County Detention Center after spending two days at the facility.

Auditor Chad Wicker of the American Correctional Association conducted the audit. With more than 20 years of correctional experience, Wicker visited the jail last week to assess the facility’s compliance with national standards.

“We conducted an on-site audit with the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office in Wilson to see if they were in compliance with the core jail standards manual, which consists of about 148 standards,” Wicker explained. These standards cover basic requirements that small jails must meet to operate efficiently, effectively, safely, and securely.

The audit included a comprehensive tour of the jail, interviews with staff and inmates, and a thorough review of facility operations. Wicker noted that the most time-consuming part of the process was reviewing all the standards alongside proofs provided by the facility to ensure compliance.

“It takes about a day and a half to conduct that,” he said. “At the end of that, we determine if they successfully meet the accreditation standard set by the American Correctional Association.”

Wicker added, “The thing with an audit is you always find things to improve. No jail is stagnant. It either needs to improve or, moving forward, better itself.”

He praised the Wilson County Detention Center, stating, “We found the facility to be very clean. The staff was very engaged with the inmates. The culture was very high — a great environment.”

Though there is always room for improvement, Wicker summarized the overall impression: “I think they have a great facility there.”

Out of more than 3,000 county jails in the country, only about 300 are accredited. “So the facility in the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office is in the top 10% of facilities in the country as far as their detention facility goes, and that is something impressive for the citizens of Wilson County,” Wicker said.

The jail scored 96.6% on the audit. Wicker explained that “there are 47 standards that they must be 100% compliant with, and they were.” Additionally, “there are 104 standards that require at least 90% compliance,” which the detention center also passed comfortably.

“The accreditation process is something many facilities choose not to pursue because they don’t want to put in the extra work to improve,” Wicker noted.

Having visited facilities across the country, Wicker said what impressed him most about Wilson County was “such a great culture. Everybody seems to be pulling the rope in the same direction. You just don’t see that at many places.”

He attributes this strong culture to the leadership, commenting, “I think that is a direct reflection of the sheriff and the leadership at the jail. They really have a great culture there, and everybody seems to be working together to improve the facility and keep the citizens of Wilson County safe.”
https://www.wilsontimes.com/news/jail-scores-in-top-10-in-country-0507180b

Zohran Mamdani-Style Socialist Living Off Mommy and Daddy’s Money Officially Wins Seattle Mayoral Race

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A radical leftist who has been financially dependent on her parents has officially won the Seattle mayoral race, unseating the moderate liberal incumbent. As Fox News reported, 43-year-old Democratic Socialist Katie Wilson defeated Seattle Democratic Mayor Bruce Harrell in an election that took over a week to determine.

Harrell initially led on election night, but his lead disappeared over the following days as more ballots were counted. He conceded on Thursday as the final vote totals guaranteed a win for Wilson.

Following her victory, Wilson released a jubilant statement:
“This campaign was driven by a deep belief that we need to expand the table to include everyone in the decisions that impact their lives. That is what we will be working to do every day as we set up this new administration.”

The Gateway Pundit previously reported that Wilson was on track to win after building a seemingly insurmountable lead. Like newly elected New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani, Wilson—who operates a small left-wing nonprofit called the Transit Riders Union—has faced criticism for her radical political platform.

Wilson will now lead the city of 750,000 residents, the largest urban center in the Pacific Northwest.

### Wilson’s Policy Plans for Seattle

According to Fox News, Wilson has proposed policies similar to those of Mamdani, including implementing government-run grocery stores. She pledged to explore the option of government-backed grocery stores if elected, after receiving endorsement from UFCW 3000—the largest private-sector union in Washington representing grocery workers.

Wilson has also vowed to “Trump-proof” the Emerald City, signaling a more progressive and activist approach to city governance.

### Background and Controversies

A closer look at Wilson’s background reveals some surprising details. Previously, she proposed defunding the police. In June 2020, following the George Floyd protests, Wilson introduced a “Solidarity Budget” which would have reduced the Seattle Police Department’s budget by 50%.

“There’s a strong argument for simply disbanding police departments and starting over,” Wilson wrote in an op-ed at the time.

Despite her political ambitions, Wilson cannot currently afford to live in Seattle on her own. She depends on financial assistance from her wealthier parents, particularly to cover childcare costs.

“They send me a check periodically to help with the childcare expenses,” Wilson explained to local outlet KUOW, noting that daycare for her children costs about $2,200 per month.

KUOW also reported that Wilson dropped out of college just six weeks before graduating from the University of Oxford in England. However, she remains debt-free thanks to support from her parents.

As Wilson prepares to take office, Seattle’s future under her leadership promises significant changes—and certainly, ongoing debate.
https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/11/zohran-mamdani-style-socialist-living-mommy-daddys-money/

Gators freshman WR Dallas Wilson lost for the season with foot injury

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GAINESVILLE, Florida — Receiver Dallas Wilson’s promising, record-setting yet injury-riddled debut season is officially over after he hurt his right foot late in the first half of the Gators’ 24-20 loss Saturday to Georgia.

A source confirmed Wilson will miss the final four games of the regular season, leaving him with just four appearances in 2025. He remains eligible to redshirt and is expected to return as a redshirt freshman in 2026.

The talented 6-foot-3, 216-pound Tampa native sat out the first four games and much of fall camp with a left foot injury. The 19-year-old made up for lost time during a 29-21 win against Texas on Oct. 4 in the Swamp.

Wilson finished that game with six catches for 111 yards and two touchdowns — all UF records for a true freshman receiver in his first start.

One highlight was a 55-yard touchdown catch that gave UF a 29-14 lead and showcased his unique skill set. Wilson shed his defender just past the line of scrimmage, caught a DJ Lagway pass along the sideline, spun out of a tackle, and then flattened 2024 second-team All-American safety Michael Taaffe at the goal line.

“He’s a specimen,” Lagway said of Wilson.

Wilson caught another touchdown the following week on a leaping grab in the end zone during a 34-17 loss at Texas A&M.

Despite his flashes of brilliance, Wilson’s season ends with just 12 catches for 174 yards and three scores.

Wilson’s injury leaves the Gators without another top perimeter playmaker. Fellow true freshman and leading receiver Vernell Brown III, along with redshirt sophomore Aidan Mizell — the team’s fastest player — both sat out the Georgia game.

In response, redshirt sophomore Tre Wilson stepped up with nine catches for 121 yards, including a 40-yard touchdown.

Forced into action, redshirt freshman TJ Abrams had a costly drop on third down, which forced UF to settle for a 54-yard field goal by Trey Smack — marking his school-record ninth field goal of at least 50 yards.
https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2025/11/02/florida-gators-football-dallas-wilson-billy-gonzales-vernell-brown-iii-tre-wilson/