Today, we pause to recognize and honor the men and women who have served our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms deserve our gratitude not just today, but every day.At Highland VFD, we are especially proud to recognize our own current members who have answered the call to serve both our country and our community.🇺🇸 A special shoutout to our veterans:United States Air Force: Association Member and Department Secretary Geoff H.United States Marine Corps: Chief Ken K., Assistant Chief/Treasurer Brad K, Association Member Paul K., and Firefighter Brandon H.United States Navy: Firefighter Connor M.Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your continued commitment to serving others. We are proud to stand beside you.We would also like to thank Firefighter Johnny M. currently serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. From all of us at Highland VFD, Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸Come out and see our members and grab lunch at Texas Roadhouse we will be there until approximately 2 PM
A little friendly competition and a whole lot of camaraderie! 🚒🚓Nothing like a little friendly competition to bring everyone together! Thanks to both teams for playing along!A special shoutout to Texas Roadhouse for hosting us and for their continued hospitality and support of our emergency service personnel. We are grateful for businesses that show up for those who serve our communities!Thanks for a great time! ❤️
⭐ MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: RICK HARTMAN ⭐Some people serve because of the title. Others serve because it’s simply who they are. Rick Hartman is a perfect example of the latter.Recently recognized at the Shining Star Gala, Rick was honored for a lifetime of service, generosity, and dedication to the McCandless community.With an incredible 38 years in the fire service in McCandless, Rick has been a member of all three of our community’s fire companies: Ingomar Volunteer Fire Company, Peebles District Volunteer Fire Company, and currently Highland Volunteer Fire Department, where he has served for the past 10 years. He also serves on Highland’s Executive Board.During his gala speech, Rick shared something that speaks volumes about the kind of firefighter and person he is. He never aspired to be an officer. His goal was to become a master firefighter and help wherever he could.And that is exactly what service is all about.Beyond the fire service, Rick has spent decades giving back as a local business owner, often helping neighbors who couldn’t afford to pay and looking out for those in need. His commitment to others doesn’t stop when he leaves the firehouse.Rick, congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for 38 years of dedication to McCandless, for everything you bring to Highland, and for reminding us that leadership isn’t always about the title you hold, but the difference you make.We’re proud to call you one of our own! 🚒
🚨 TODAY'S THE DAY! 🚒👮🥩The badges are polished, the appetites are ready, and the trash talk is (hopefully) still friendly! 😂Tonight, McCandless Police and Highland VFD are trading the emergency calls for a little friendly competition at the Battle of the Badges Rib-Eating Championship!📍 Texas Roadhouse⏰ 6 PM TONIGHT🏆 Bragging rights are on the line!Come hungry, bring your family and friends, and cheer on your favorite team. Whether you're Team Police or Team Fire, we want to see you there!We promise there will be plenty of ribs, plenty of laughs, and bragging rights up for grabs. 😉So, whose side are you on? Team Police or Team Highland? Let's hear it! 👇🏻
At 1:18pm on 11/4/26 the McCandless fire companies were dispatched to a residence on Grubbs Rd for a riding lawnmower on fire. Crews arrived to find the riding mower fully involved and extending to a nearby tree. The fire was quickly extinguished, which kept the fire from extending to the house.