SUMMERS COUNTY W.Va. (Hinton News) — Summers County is celebrating one of its own after the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that Natural Resources Police Officer (NRPO) JC Wheeler has been named the 2025 State Officer of the Year.
The prestigious recognition highlights Wheeler’s outstanding service and commitment to the conservation and enforcement efforts across the state.
The announcement was made by the West Virginia Natural Resources Police, which encouraged the public to join in congratulating Wheeler on the lifetime achievement.
Wheeler recently attended the Southeast Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA) conference, where he was formally recognized alongside 14 other officers from various southeastern states for their dedication and hard work in the field.
The SEAFWA represents 15 state wildlife agencies and is dedicated to advancing the conservation and management of fish and wildlife resources. Officer Wheeler’s award places him among the top conservation law enforcement professionals in the region.
