Public Safety in Rural Iowa | Sheriff Greg Schultz on Law Enforcement and Community

In this episode of Mills County Routes, host Carlene Hall sits down with Mills County Sheriff Greg Schultz for a candid conversation about law enforcement, community service, and what it really takes to keep a rural county safe.Sheriff Schultz shares his journey from the South Dakota Highway Patrol to the Council Bluffs Police Department, where he served for over 25 years, and ultimately returning to Mills County to serve as sheriff. His background also includes time as Mayor of Glenwood and service on the Glenwood School Board, showing a deep commitment to the community he calls home.In this episode, you’ll hear about:• What a sheriff’s role looks like beyond just law enforcement• How deputies serve and connect with communities across Mills County• The realities of covering hundreds of miles of rural roads with a small team• Important road safety tips during planting and harvest seasons• Firearm responsibility and what it really means to protect yourself• Why Mills County continues to be a safe place to live and raise a familySheriff Schultz also shares insight into the daily operations of the department, the importance of visibility and community relationships, and how his team works to serve both incorporated towns and rural areas across the county.This episode is a reminder that public safety is not just about enforcement. It is about presence, relationships, and community trust. Mills County Routes is part of Local Stream Media, highlighting the people, organizations, and stories that shape life across Southwest Iowa.Subscribe for more local stories, community interviews, and conversations that matter right here in Mills County.