Each year, the officers of our department select one outstanding member to receive the honor of Firefighter of the Year. This recognition is awarded to a firefighter who exemplifies exceptional dedication and commitment to both the department and the community we serve.

Selection criteria include — but are not limited to — the number of calls responded to, participation in training hours, involvement in special projects, and overall contribution to the success and integrity of the department.

We are proud to recognize the following individuals who have earned the title of Firefighter of the Year:

2024Toby Carroll
2023Justin Barnes
2022Brandon Grainger
2021Darrel Canipe
2020
2019Jimmy Johnson
2018
2017David Scercy
2016Doug King
2015Bryan Bowen
2014Kathryn Dameron
2013Wesley Wright
2012Jim Smarr
2011Mark Wright
2010Neil D. Barnes II
2009Justin Barnes
2008Justin Toney
2007Jay McCloskey
2006Matt huss
2005Roy Barker
2004Alan Haynes
2003Alan & Joyce Bumgardner
2002Jason “Jaybird” Goins
2001Justin Sellers
2000Jim Smarr
1999Ken Ballard
1998Jordin Barnes
1997John Howell
1996David Black
1995
1994
1993Doug King , Mark Wright
1992Fred Mitschke
1991Jerry Warren
1990Mark Rutherford
1989Tony Cooper
1988Brian Wilson
1987Jerry Snider
1986Clyde Sheppard
1985Andy Lewis