The Smyth County Virginia Sheriff’s Office Is Reporting An Outbreak Of Covid-19 In The Department. Sheriff Chip Shuler Says This Includes Four Court Bailiffs, Two Deputies And Two Additional Sheriff’s Office Support Staff. The Courthouse Will Be Closed Until Monday. Shuler Said The Sheriff’s Office Will Remain Open, But Citizens Will Need To Use The Door Buzzers Or Call In, This Is For Their Safety. He Is Asking Everyone To Please Wear A Mask And Practice Social Distancing.