Donnie Newton retired from the Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office after serving for 37 years as a Deputy Sheriff.  Donnie had many assignments over his career to include Jail Security Commander, Jail Administrator, Director of Training, Inspector, Chief Deputy of Professional Standards, and Chief Deputy of Operations before retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel.    

Donnie began volunteering with the HARP (Helping Addicts Recover Progressively) program at the Chesterfield County Jail in the fall of 2021.   He serves as a mentor and advocate while ministering HARP participants.  In early 2022, the non-profit organization, HARP RVA, Inc., was created.  Since its inception, Donnie has served as the Board’s Chairman. 

In his spare time Donnie enjoys attending Church, spending time at the Chesapeake Bay with his family and friends, playing golf, fishing, hunting, and most importantly serving others.

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