News Flash

PRESS RELEASE: GWRC Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

This plan is a shared effort from member jurisdications:  the towns of Bowling Green and Port Royal, the City of Fredericksburg, and the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford, along with the Rappahannock Tribe. 

Welcome to the KGFR Family Lucas Christopher DeGruy!

On Thursday, June 16, 2022, Christina and her husband Ryan welcomed Lucas Christopher into their life weighing it at 9.13 pounds and 21.25 inches long. All are doing well!

Lieutenant Dunn graduates from the 2022 Virginia Fire Officer Academy

Congratulations to Lt. Cody Dunn for graduating from the 2022 Virginia Fire Officer Academy.  We are proud of your accomplishments., hard work and dedication.  Keep up the Great Work!

Welcome to the KGFR Family Blair Lansden!!!

On Saturday, May 14, 2022, Matthew and his wife welcomed Blair Alexandra Lansden into their life weighing it at 8 pounds and 21 inches long. All are doing well!

Welcome to the KGFR Family Ryleigh Adira Harrison!!!

On Thursday, May 12, 2022, Justin and his wife Rebecca welcomed Ryleigh Adira into their life.  All are doing well!!!

Welcome to the KGFR Family Finn MacNeil!!!

On February 22, 2022 at 7:54 am, Michael and Elaine MacNeil welcomed Finn MacNeil into their life weighing it at 6.14 pounds and 21 inches long. All are doing well!

Congratulations DPO Self!

Recently, Battalion Chief Hynson presented DPO Steven Self with the department’s “Senior” shield. This silver leaf shield is given to the department’s most senior member below an officer rank to recognize their tenure in King George. DPO Self started with...

Thank you to the Southern Maryland Dirt Riders Club!

Our department was the recent recipient of a donation by the Southern Maryland Dirt Riders Club (SMDR). The club was looking for ways to support public safety in King George and wanted to make a donation for a piece of rescue equipment. With the SMDR’s do...

Congratulations Graduates of Certified Academy #3!

Congratulations Graduates of Certified Academy #2!

We are extremely proud to present the graduates of our second Certified Academy: FF/Recruit Earnshaw, FF/EMT Friberg, FF/Medic Hall, FF/EMT Murray and FF/EMT Toler. We were fortunate to have King George Board of Supervisor members Annie Cupka - Chairwoman...

NEW PSA CAMPAIGN AIMS TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER SHORTAGE AND RECRUIT PERSONNEL

For Immediate Release

Contact: Nick Caputo               VFCA VWS Program Manager               jcaputo@aol.com&...

Congratulations LT DeGruy, LT Rexrode & FF/EMT's Henderson & Daniels!!!

Congratulations to not only one, but FOUR of our newest released EMS to Fire and EMT/Firefighter Probation providers! Our officers on B and C shifts have been very busy working with these providers to assist them in accomplishing the cognitive and skills ...

Congratulations EMS Lieutenant Christina DeGruy!

Our department would like to announce and congratulate Christina DeGruy on her promotion to an EMS Lieutenant position! A ceremony was held today to recognize her achievement, with presentations from Chief Moody and Division Chief Shawn Simmons about the ...