Luverne Honors McManigle’s Service

Luverne Honors McManigle’s service

Beloved Fire chief celebrates 40 Year’s volunteering By Savannah Edgar The Luverne City Council held a special ceremony at it’s May 12 meeting to honor Fire Chief William F. McManigle, who is retiring after 40 years of service with the Luverne Fire Department. McManigle has served as chief of the local volunteer fire department for 30 years. The room was filled with city leaders, firefighters, friends and family, all there to recognize McManigle…

Valdosta Fire Department Honored for Life-Saving Efforts and Distinguished Service at EMS Banquet

The Valdosta Fire Department (VFD) was proudly recognized at the 2025 EMS Awards Banquet held on Thursday evening, May 22. The annual event, hosted by the Georgia Department of Public Health Region 8 EMS, brought together emergency medical service professionals from across a 27-county region to celebrate dedication, leadership, and heroic service. This year’s ceremony was especially meaningful for the City of Valdosta, as the Valdosta Fire Depar…