BEMIDJI -- Keith Winger had the idea -- even the title -- for his second book long before law enforcement officers started making headlines in 2020. The retired Beltrami County Sheriff has written “The Heart Behind the Badge” to shine a light on the work of area officers he describes as “ordinary people who led extraordinary lives.” The recently published book shares stories about law enforcement personnel Winger worked with or grew to know throughout his 35-year career. Two years ago, Winger published his first book, "Badges and Guitars," a memoir about his life, music and career. Then he decided to begin work on the next book about colleagues in law enforcement.