Hobbs is 2013 Officer of the Year

For Cheney Police Det. Justin Hobbs, a career in law enforcement didn't manifest itself immediately after graduation from Deer Park High School. In fact, you might say he was "steered" in that direction.

"I had friends in law enforcement when I was in high school and at Kaiser," Hobbs said. "I did some (patrol) ride alongs – and got hooked."

Those firsthand experiences have culminated with Hobbs being named the Cheney Police Department's 2013 Officer of the Year. The award is based upon nominations reviewed by a selection committee comprised of a cross section of department personnel, civilian...