 The Crow and County Board of Commissioners has approved the 30-day notice to end the Sentence to Serve program. For over 20 years, the program has granted opportunities to inmates that qualify. With low-inmate numbers at the jail and few inmates who qualify, the program has seen a major decrease in participation. Those inmates who still do qualify will be able to work within the facilities after the program ends in 30 days. You know, it's hard. It's hard for the commissioners. It's hard for me as the sheriff because I love the program. I see what they do out there. They take pride in their work. And whether that be anything from building buildings or to raking, cleaning up, whatever they might do, they take great pride in that. The closing of the program will save Crow and County over $65,000. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.