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Newberry County, SC
41 minutes 21 seconds ago
During the most recent Newberry County Council meeting, Tommy Long, Newberry County Emergency Services director, and Brandon Wicker, Emergency Services coordinator, recognized the Fairview Fire Department and Lake Murray Rescue Squad as part of a new tradition Newberry County Council has initiated to recognize the volunteer departments!
Fairview Fire Department and Lake Murray Rescue Squad are each located in the Lake Murray Public Safety Complex, located at the northwest intersection of Macedonia Church Road and Seibert Road servicing the southern portion of Newberry County.
During their presentation, Mr. Long stated the Lake Murray Rescue Squad has an active membership consisting of 16 volunteer members with over 176 years of service, with the longest-serving member being active since 1993. Exceptional medical care is their primary focus, and they continually look for ways to improve service to the district.
Mr. Wicker recognized the Fairview Fire Department and stated that in addition to the main station on Seibert Road, there is also a substation on Ira Kinard Road. They currently have 26 members and responded to 149 calls in 2024. One of the members saved a citizen’s life in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene when a tree fell on their house.
Newberry County Council thanked the volunteers for their service, noting that they are the backbone of Newberry County.
Fairview Fire Department and Lake Murray Rescue Squad are each located in the Lake Murray Public Safety Complex, located at the northwest intersection of Macedonia Church Road and Seibert Road servicing the southern portion of Newberry County.
During their presentation, Mr. Long stated the Lake Murray Rescue Squad has an active membership consisting of 16 volunteer members with over 176 years of service, with the longest-serving member being active since 1993. Exceptional medical care is their primary focus, and they continually look for ways to improve service to the district.
Mr. Wicker recognized the Fairview Fire Department and stated that in addition to the main station on Seibert Road, there is also a substation on Ira Kinard Road. They currently have 26 members and responded to 149 calls in 2024. One of the members saved a citizen’s life in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene when a tree fell on their house.
Newberry County Council thanked the volunteers for their service, noting that they are the backbone of Newberry County.
Newberry County, SC
22 hours 32 minutes ago
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Newberry County, SC
3 days 7 hours ago
Happy Labor Day! In recognition of the holiday, Newberry County Government offices are closed today, Monday, September 1, 2025.
Newberry County, SC
1 week 2 days ago
During the most recent Newberry County Council meeting, Tommy Long, Newberry County Emergency Services director, recognized the Bush River Fire-Rescue Department, as part of a new tradition Newberry County Council has initiated to recognize the volunteer departments!
Bush River Fire Rescue has three stations in the upper portion of Newberry County. The main station is the Bush River station. The two substations are Belfast Station and Counts Station.
During his presentation, Mr. Long recognized the department for the great job they do. He noted the department responded to 182 calls in 2024 and has responded to 120 calls so far this year. Several of those calls have been to incidents on I-26. He noted that department members hold a variety of certifications, with years of service ranging from less than one year to 40 years.
Newberry County Council thanked the volunteers for their dedication, noting that they are the backbone of Newberry County.
Pictured are a few of the volunteers with Bush River Fire-Rescue Department, they are also standing with Chairman Robert Shealy, Emergency Services Director Tommy Long, Emergency Services Coordinator Brandon Wicker, and County Administrator Jeff Shacker.
Bush River Fire Rescue has three stations in the upper portion of Newberry County. The main station is the Bush River station. The two substations are Belfast Station and Counts Station.
During his presentation, Mr. Long recognized the department for the great job they do. He noted the department responded to 182 calls in 2024 and has responded to 120 calls so far this year. Several of those calls have been to incidents on I-26. He noted that department members hold a variety of certifications, with years of service ranging from less than one year to 40 years.
Newberry County Council thanked the volunteers for their dedication, noting that they are the backbone of Newberry County.
Pictured are a few of the volunteers with Bush River Fire-Rescue Department, they are also standing with Chairman Robert Shealy, Emergency Services Director Tommy Long, Emergency Services Coordinator Brandon Wicker, and County Administrator Jeff Shacker.
Newberry County, SC
1 week 3 days ago
Newberry County Council proudly proclaimed August 25-31, 2025, as Therapy Dog Appreciation Week in Newberry County at their most recent meeting.
Chairman Robert Shealy presented a copy of the proclamation to Greg Kitchens, director of EMS, and Sage, a therapy dog, both with Newberry Health.
The Proclamation reads as follows:
WHEREAS, therapy dogs improve the quality of life for individuals by bringing comfort, support, and unconditional companionship in times of need; and,
WHEREAS, Therapy Dog Appreciation Week raises awareness about the positive impact of therapy dogs and spreads knowledge of how vital their services are to those facing challenges; and,
WHEREAS, therapy dogs interact with members of our community in a wide variety of settings, including nursing homes, hospitals, schools, and crisis situations, as well as providing comfort to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other traumatic experiences; and,
WHEREAS, therapy dogs offer comfort to individuals during difficult times, such as the loss of a loved one, and can provide a calming presence in environments such as medical or dental offices; and,
WHEREAS, we celebrate therapy dogs and recognize the important role they play in bringing healing, peace, and joy to the people they serve; and,
WHEREAS, Newberry County honors the dedication of local handlers, trainers, and organizations whose time, skill, and compassion make the presence of therapy dogs in our community possible.
NOW, THEREFORE, Newberry County Council does hereby proclaim August 25-31, 2025, as Therapy Dog Appreciation Week in Newberry County, South Carolina, and encourages all citizens to join in recognizing and honoring these remarkable animals and their contributions to the well-being of our community.
Newberry County Council extends its gratitude to Sage and to all therapy dogs serving our community.
Chairman Robert Shealy presented a copy of the proclamation to Greg Kitchens, director of EMS, and Sage, a therapy dog, both with Newberry Health.
The Proclamation reads as follows:
WHEREAS, therapy dogs improve the quality of life for individuals by bringing comfort, support, and unconditional companionship in times of need; and,
WHEREAS, Therapy Dog Appreciation Week raises awareness about the positive impact of therapy dogs and spreads knowledge of how vital their services are to those facing challenges; and,
WHEREAS, therapy dogs interact with members of our community in a wide variety of settings, including nursing homes, hospitals, schools, and crisis situations, as well as providing comfort to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other traumatic experiences; and,
WHEREAS, therapy dogs offer comfort to individuals during difficult times, such as the loss of a loved one, and can provide a calming presence in environments such as medical or dental offices; and,
WHEREAS, we celebrate therapy dogs and recognize the important role they play in bringing healing, peace, and joy to the people they serve; and,
WHEREAS, Newberry County honors the dedication of local handlers, trainers, and organizations whose time, skill, and compassion make the presence of therapy dogs in our community possible.
NOW, THEREFORE, Newberry County Council does hereby proclaim August 25-31, 2025, as Therapy Dog Appreciation Week in Newberry County, South Carolina, and encourages all citizens to join in recognizing and honoring these remarkable animals and their contributions to the well-being of our community.
Newberry County Council extends its gratitude to Sage and to all therapy dogs serving our community.