The Hopkinsville Fire Department held its annual Gala over the weekend, bringing together members and their guests to recognize a year of service and achievements. The event provided an opportunity for colleagues to reconnect, honor recent retirees, and acknowledge the accomplishments of department personnel.
Peer-voted awards were:
EMT of the Year: Ed Branham
AEMT of the Year: JaLeil Brown
Medic of the Year: Lindy Young
Medical Provider of the Year: Lindy Young
Rookie of the Year: Jacob Newby
Engineer of the Year: James Pepper
Firefighter of the Year: Collin Champion
Officer of the Year: Chad Taylor
Retirements recognized included:
Captain Curtis Nightingale
Lieutenant Larry Dale Meacham
Engineer Mike Wilson
