Sheriff Darren Campbell and the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office have announced that Deputy Travis Lewis has been named the recipient of the Lieutenant Williams Officer of the Year Award, an honor presented by the North Carolina Juvenile Officers Association.
The award recognizes Deputy Lewis for his service and dedication to the youth of Iredell County. Sheriff Campbell described Lewis as an officer who “represents the highest standards of service, mentorship, and commitment that we value here at the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office,” adding that Lewis’s efforts have positively impacted many young lives.
Deputy Lewis joined the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office in 2006 as a School Resource Officer. He currently serves at North Iredell High School alongside his canine partner, Raider.
In addition to his law enforcement duties, Lewis holds certifications through the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission to teach hunter education, black powder safety, boater safety, and archery education.
A decade ago, Deputy Lewis established the Outdoors Team, which annually engages about 50 middle and high school students in training and competitions involving rifle, shotgun, and archery events. Participants compete at district and state levels.
Seven years ago, he launched the Archery in the School program. For the 2024–2025 school year, approximately 30 high school and 15 middle school students are participating. Lewis has also worked to expand the program to six other schools within the Iredell-Statesville Schools District. Over the past three years, students under his guidance have advanced to national-level competitions. He is supported in this work by Adrian Bustle, Head Coach at North Iredell High School.
Sheriff Campbell said the department is proud of Deputy Lewis’s contributions and the positive influence he continues to have on local youth.
