This week is National Police Week.  National Police Week is a time to show appreciation for those officers who help keep their community safe.

Hart Media Group spoke recently with Taylorville Police Chief Dwayne Wheeler about what police week means to him and the Taylorville Police Department, as well as what the department has seen or heard from the community so far.

According to Chief Wheeler, Police Week is a very humbling time for him and his officers. Also, according to the Chief, the department has received many calls from the community to tell the police how much they appreciate what they do.

Another thing Chief Wheeler mentioned was how they are celebrating National Police Week. Chief said that they will be highlighting an officer in honor of National Police Week on their Facebook page to show the department's appreciation for its employees.

For more information on the Taylorville Police Department, go online to taylorville.net/police-dept.