The Texas A&M Forest Service approved $164 million in funding to award 558 fire trucks and 321 slip-on units to Texas volunteer fire departments through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program last week. The following Hill County departments were awarded: Whitney Fire and Rescue - $345,000 to be used for a water tender and … Continue reading Fire departments receive state grants
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Woodbury VFD meal, auction this Saturday
Woodbury Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual homemade ice cream and auction fundraiser Saturday, September 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. The public is invited to enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs and homemade ice cream. Donations are welcome and will be used for apparatus updates, new gear and equipment and training expenses. The auction will … Continue reading Woodbury VFD meal, auction this Saturday
WVFD plans smoker giveaway, barbecue sale
Whitney Volunteer Fire Department is selling drawing tickets for a pellet smoker, pictured above, to be given away during the department's barbecue fundraiser Saturday, September 13. Tickets are on sale for the Whitney Volunteer Fire Department's pellet smoker drawing giveaway, set for Saturday, September 13. In addition to the drawing, the VFD will hold a … Continue reading WVFD plans smoker giveaway, barbecue sale
VFDs urgently need more volunteers
Rural communities across Texas face a growing challenge: a critical shortage of volunteer firefighters who serve as the first line of defense against wildfires, structure fires and other emergencies. Unlike urban areas with full-time professional fire crews, rural fire departments depend on volunteers to respond quickly and safeguard homes, farms and lives. Hill County is … Continue reading VFDs urgently need more volunteers
Easter BBQ, egg hunt set at area VFD
Steele Creek Acres Volunteer Fire Department will host an Easter "Eggstravaganza" Saturday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be barbecue, games, an egg hunt for kids, arts and crafts for all ages and a silent auction. As a fundraiser, the department will be selling brisket plates for $15. Plates include baked … Continue reading Easter BBQ, egg hunt set at area VFD
VFDs receive Texas Forest Service grants
Area volunteer fire departments received funding from the Texas A&M Forest Service when the latest round of Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program grants were announced Wednesday, March 5. Whitney VFD received $25,000 for fire and rescue equipment purchases. Peoria, Hubbard and Lakeside Village volunteer fire departments each received $25,000 for the purchase of personal … Continue reading VFDs receive Texas Forest Service grants
White Bluff VFD adds firefighter rehab unit
White Bluff Volunteer Fire Department has improved its ability to assist area firefighters during extended emergencies with the addition of a new rehab unit. Pictured (l to r) are three of the department's Firefighter Assist and Support Team (FAST) members: Stephanie Hapka, Support and Rehab Coordinator Kathy Corbin and Assistant Coordinator Terry Pierce. White Bluff … Continue reading White Bluff VFD adds firefighter rehab unit
Aquilla VFD 2nd annual chili dinner
Aquilla Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) will hold its second annual drive-thru chili dinner Saturday, November 23, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. or until sold out. For a $25 donation, patrons will receive a quart of chili with options of shredded cheese, jalapenos, diced onions, Fritos and eight cornbread muffins. Pre-orders will also be accepted … Continue reading Aquilla VFD 2nd annual chili dinner
Lakeside VFD to host dinner September 14
The Lakeside Village Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will host a barbecue stuffed baked potato dinner Saturday, September 14, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. The dinner will be at the Lakeside Village VFD Fire Hall, located at 136 CR 1275. The menu will consist of a pulled pork stuffed baked potato, cole slaw, dinner roll, … Continue reading Lakeside VFD to host dinner September 14
ESD 1 Board, VFDs review proposed strategic plan
Editor: Shannon Cottongame June 30, 2022 The Hill County Emergency Services District (ESD) 1 Board of Commissioners held its June meeting recently and submitted a draft of a five-year strategic plan to departments for consideration. Commissioner Bill Heffner drafted the document, which he said will eventually include specific goals that the district and fire departments … Continue reading ESD 1 Board, VFDs review proposed strategic plan
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