Event Brief
Plainview installs new police chief, fills vacancies
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 27, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Summary: Plainview Mayor Lynn Beeler administered the oath to Jerry Lawson as Chief of Police on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, replacing former Chief Kenny Crider, who moved to the sheriff’s office. On Friday, September 18, 2026, the mayor installed Canaan Blankenship to a part-time officer position that had been vacant.
WHO: Mayor Lynn Beeler; Jerry Lawson; Sarah Lawson; Canaan Blankenship; former Chief Kenny Crider; Reverend Gary Beeler; Sergeant Johnny Collins; Plainview Aldermen and citizens
WHAT: Plainview filled police leadership and a part-time officer vacancy through sworn installations.
WHEN: Sep 27, 2026
WHERE: Plainview
WHY: The vacancies were filled through scheduled oath and installation ceremonies for the police chief and a part-time officer position.
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