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Midland County Hospital District police chief recognized for contribution to law enforcement training
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway Chief McNeill's efforts were acknowledged by OSS Academy, which developed the course.
The Midland County Hospital District Police Department has been recognized for its contribution to a new law enforcement training course. Chief Steven McNeill played a key role in the development of this course, which aims to help officers carry out their duties safely and effectively. The course, focused on safety and security in high-risk environments, is expected to benefit hundreds of officers through enhanced training.
Chief McNeill's efforts were acknowledged by OSS Academy, which developed the course. Further details about the recognition and the training course are available from OSS Academy, as reported by the Odessa American.
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Category: safety Published: August 13, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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