Johnson County RFD #1 Fire Corps Hits Milestone

Johnson County RFD #1 Fire Corps has reached a milestone. Fire Corps members, comprised of University of the Ozarks Phi Beta Lambda and Students in Free Enterprise students have volunteered 4050 hours since its humble beginnings of starting a Fire Corps program in March 2005. From giving up their weekends and evenings to leaving at 6 in the morning for fire safety activities, members have given graciously of their time and talents. Thank you Fire Corps!

Winners of Fire Safety Calendar recognized

Johnson County RFD #1, in cooperation with First Security Bank, Johnson County RFD #1 Fire Corps (University of the Ozarks Phi Beta Lambda and Students in Free Enterprise organizations) invited all Johnson County students to use their artistic ability to help spread the fire prevention message. Over 1000 entries were received. The Grand Prize winning drawing by Kimaly Tarter is featured on a billboard on west Highway 64 during the month of October and on the cover of the 2007 Johnson County Fire Safety calendar. The additional winning drawings, along with the artist’s photos will be featured in the calendar.