F.F.A.M.

Archive - January 2025

Engraving and Attendance

Memorial Foundation Report At the time of this article, we are at 90 non-line-of-duty names for the 2025 memorial service. We have administrative determinations on two line-of-duty names, but others are still pending...

2025 Legislative Snapshot

House and Senate Leadership Senate Republicans President Pro Tem – Senate Cindy O’Laughlin (R-Shelbina) Majority Floor Leader – Senator Tony Luetkemeyer (R-Parkville) Assistant Majority Floor Leader – Senator Curtis...

UN-UNPRECEDENTED

Expect the Unexpected Words really matter in emergency services and using action words too often, too early and too easily can have un-intended results as people apply context. There are many which need to be reined in...

Time, Dedication, Commitment, and Pride

Missouri State Fair Volunteer Fire Department Firefighting is not merely a profession; it is a calling that demands a unique blend of time, dedication, commitment, and an overwhelming sense of pride. Those who choose to...

Years of Service Recognized

Johnson County Fire Protection District Following Tuesday night’s Board of Directors meeting, District firefighters were recognized for completing the District’s Recruit Firefighter Training Program, a 14-week...

Gold Helmet Recognition

The National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer Cancer has become a top issue in the fire service and has been for quite some time. Nearly every experienced firefighter knows a brother or sister in the fire service...