Andrew Harper, membership sales manager for Air Evac Life Team, visited the Jekyll Island Rotary Club to discuss his organization’s extensive network of emergency and non-emergency air services. Air Evac Life Team operates from more than 380 locations across the United States, providing critical transport options.
A frantic 911 call in 1994 saved Shannon Davies’s life. Decades later, she meets the dispatcher behind that call, sharing gratitude for the chance to live what she proudly describes as a “full life.” The emotional reunion highlights the enduring bond formed through lifesaving action.
Frederick County’s first budget listening session saw residents calling for expanded funding in critical areas, including education and emergency services. Citizens also pressed for greater support for senior programs, urging local leaders to prioritize older adults’ well-being.
Surry County is asserting ownership of Franklin Fire Department’s building and equipment, citing “many, many, millions of dollars” invested in the department. The county attorney says that this extensive funding justifies its claim, sparking a local dispute over control of vital emergency services.
An audit of Pennsylvania’s Department of Health has raised questions about EMS fund management, prompting House Republicans to call for a new EMS Commissioner Office. Lawmakers believe a structure modeled on the Fire Commissioner’s Office could boost accountability and oversight.
In a bid to bolster emergency services, the Cascade Locks City Council discussed a proposed Food and Beverage Sales Tax during their October 13 work session. The council has moved the measure’s vote to May, giving the community more time to consider its implications.
The Town of Amsterdam will end its fire protection contract with the Fort Johnson Volunteer Fire Company at the end of the year. Local officials have not released further details, but the decision marks a shift in emergency service agreements in the area.
A wildfire near Buena Vista has prompted evacuations and pre-evacuation notices within a five-mile radius on Thursday afternoon, threatening residential areas and causing concern among local authorities.
Over the weekend from April 4 to April 7, Frankfort’s police, fire, and emergency services were actively responding to numerous calls. This summary highlights the dedicated efforts of local departments in ensuring community safety.
