Posted in Hometown Heroes on August 16, 2018
This month, we chose Chief Raymond Knight with the Boothsville Fire Department as the first responder for the month of July. Here’s more with WDTV: BOOTHSVILLE, W.Va. (WDTV) — Through the ups and downs, Chief Raymond Knight has been one of the first on the scene of an emergency. Whether it’s Harrison, Marion, or Taylor County, Knight… read more
Posted in Hometown Heroes on June 27, 2018
This month, we chose Assistant Chief of Operations for the Marion County Rescue Squad, Stephanie Vandetta, for the first responder of the month of June. Here’s more with WDTV: FAIRMONT, W. Va. (WDTV) – At any minute, first responders can be called to a scene. “You never know what the next call is going to… read more
Posted in Hometown Heroes on May 15, 2018
This month, we chose EMS Administrator for the Star City Fire Department, John Hitchens, for the first responder of the month of May. Here’s more with WDTV: MONONGALIA COUNTY, W.Va. (WDTV) – “John is, stuck out to us because of his dedication to education and to improving the standards for emergency care,” says partner of… read more
Posted in Hometown Heroes on April 17, 2018
This month we chose volunteer firefighter Michael Leggett as the first responder of the month. The fire prevention campaign he led about two years ago makes him a standout choice. Here’s more with WDTV: PENNSBORO, W.Va. (WDTV) – “I don’t like the recognition, it’s, don’t get me wrong, I like it, it’s nice, I’m just… read more
Posted in Hometown Heroes on March 13, 2018
This month, we chose not one, but two first responders of the month; Officer Hudson and Officer Freme of the Fairmont Police Department. Here’s the coverage from their WDTV segment: MARION COUNTY, W.Va. (WDTV) – “We responded to a 911 call reporting that a lady had jumped from the Third Street Bridge into the water… read more
Posted in Hometown Heroes on February 13, 2018
Our first responder for the month of February is Deputy Chief Shawn Davis with the White Hall Police Department. Shawn was nominated for his work as a traffic reconstructionist for fatal accidents. He works countless hours on reconstructing accidents to make sure they are accurate when the reports are submitted. Not only does he work… read more
