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
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
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