We were so excited to share updates regarding the Transitional Healing Center and how Camp RED will continue to support families next summer. While we have learned so much since we started providing emergency housing, these expansions are a dream come true.
Read MoreAngela Whitley was presented the 2022 Red Heart Award for her compassion as a former nurse on the burn unit, year round volunteer with our youth program and community champion for burn survivor families in need.
Read MoreLast month at the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association conference in Duluth, Loretto Fire Chief Jeff Leuer was named Fire Officer of the Year in Minnesota.
Brooklyn Park Fire Chief T. John Cunningham, president of the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association, said Leuer was nominated by his peers based on his service and commitment to their organization and his commitment to furthering firefighters’ mission in the state.
Read MoreJoin us in celebrating Todd Tomczik, Cambridge Fire Department, as our Hero of the Month for his commitment to the fire service and his family and friends. For being a devoutly dedicated husband, father, son, friend and community member. He is dependable and loyal. He is calm and methodical under pressure to keep everyone safe.
Read MoreJoin us in celebrating Officer Beaudette and his years of serving his community with courage, integrity and bravery. We are so thankful for his intuition, skill and and dedication to community.
Read MoreJohanna Mouton was elected as mayor of the city of Wayzata in November 2020, after serving six years as a Council Member. In her current role as mayor, Johanna leads city council and staff in meetings to set policy and direction, represents city council and staff at public engagements and conducts media interviews on behalf of the city.
Read MoreAaron was recently named the Chanhassen Firefighter of the Year! He grew up with family members who were first responders and that inspired him to follow in their footsteps after college. In his 6 years as a firefighter, he has gained a lot of experience and continues to make his family proud.
Read MoreAngie wrote in to say: “Ross has been a paramedic for 15+ years. Ross is an extraordinary individual who is dedicated to the City of Woodbury community where he lives and works. His natural leadership abilities has served him well throughout his career. He recently completed his NFPA Fire Fighter I and II as well as Haz-Mat Operations. In 2021, he won the VFW Emergency Medical Technician Public Service Citation for his outstanding service to his community and a Paramedic Award for special recognition of exemplary service to humanity.”
Read MoreStephanie’s dream is to someday combine her passion for aviation with her love for firefighting. The closer short term goal is to complete leadership training that is offered at Oak Grove Fire Department. Both goals are admirable.
Stephanie spent nearly 8 years in the Army, serving in the Minnesota National Guard as a human resources specialist and then Active Duty as a Black Hawk pilot. She views the fire department as a great way to continue serving her community while staying close to family and friends.
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