County welcomes new deputy

The Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office recently hired Deputy Charles “Chuck” Cunningham. 

The Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office recently hired Deputy Charles “Chuck” Cunningham.
Chuck grew up in Glendive, Montana. He moved to Iowa in 2013 to continue his education at Upper Iowa University. While attending UIU, Chuck pitched for the Peacocks Baseball Team and Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Conservation Management in 2015. Chuck attended the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and graduated as part of the 299th basic academy class in August 2021. Chuck previously served as a patrol officer for the Sumner Police Department and the City of Fayette Police Department.
In his free time, Chuck enjoys various activities which include fishing, hunting, golfing and going to the shooting range. Chuck joins Winneshiek County accompanied by his Wife, Lydia, and their dogs, Bear and Tex. All of us at the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office welcome Deputy Chuck Cunningham.