MACOMB, IL -- The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) will host the 44th National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend on May 3–4, 2025, in Emmitsburg, Maryland. This solemn national tribute will honor 140 firefighters who died in the line of duty—70 who died in 2024 and...
This week, Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters celebrated the 25th anniversary of Chief David Estes and Assistant Chief Matt Kipling’s leadership. Both were appointed to their respective roles on April 13, 2000, and have remained steadfast in their commitment to serving the community. Reflecting on the milestone,...
Today, on National Lineman Appreciation Day, the Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the hardworking utility crews at McDonough Power Cooperative and AmerenCIPS. These dedicated professionals work tirelessly to keep the lights on and are always ready to assist...
This week is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Emmet – Chalmers Firefighters want to recognize and say THANK YOU to the great dispatchers we depend on at the Macomb/McDonough County Communications Center. Public Safety Dispatchers are an important part of emergency services; when there is an emergency,...
Join us on March 8th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Bushnell VFW for a fun-filled night of music trivia, food, and fundraising to support our local first responders. All McDonough County fire departments work together through the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System...
In 2024, Emmet - Chalmers Firefighters responded to 77 incidents....
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MACOMB, IL — Emmet – Chalmers Firefighters have activated their Santa Tracker. The Santa Tracker will track Santa as his sleigh is pulled by a fire truck in the Georgetown and Meadowbrook subdivisions. Santa will greet everyone and stop for photos. Santa will stop at...
Get ready for some holiday cheer! On Sunday, December 8, 2024, Emmet – Chalmers Firefighters are teaming up with Santa Claus for an exciting event that’s sure to bring smiles and a little extra holiday magic to the community. Starting at 1:00 pm, the fire...
Emmet – Chalmers Firefighters are excited to announce our newest firefighter 'Hula Rocky'. A stunning addition to our roster, 'Hula Rocky' is a part of the Rocky on Parade public art project presented by the College of Fine Arts and Communication at Western Illinois University. What...