West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department (WRCVFD) urgently needs your help, now through July 5.

The late Charlie Mead ((link...), (link...), (link...)) was the energy, the driving force, behind the West Roane VFD's fireworks sales ((link...)).

"A United Way Family Fun Day will be held on May 30 from 11 AM to 4 PM at Roane State Community College. All ages are welcome; admission is free."

"Fun activities, including children's inflatables, face painting, a petting zoo, children's book giveaways, games, and the West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department (WRCVFD)-sponsored Live Burn Trailer Training, will take place throughout the day."

"Many local groups will be in attendance, including the Girl and Boy Scouts, Second Harvest Food Bank, CASA, Michael Dunn Center, the Salvation Army, West Roane VFD, and more."

The Live Burn Trailer Training is particularly exciting. West Roane VFD will also be giving out safety information, coloring pages for children, and quite a few free smoke alarms spread throughout the day.

"The event will be preceded by a 5k CASA run at 9 AM."

"Call Diana Knobloch at 882-7711 for more information."

It's that time of year again, time for the West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department Spring appeal.

The fine men and women of this all-volunteer charity not only fight our fires but also provide our First Responder and emergency medical services very cost-effectively.

Please consider a generous tax-deductible donation by mail to WRCVFD, P.O. Box 417, Rockwood, TN 37854, or online at WestRoane.com.

West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department will have an Open House at Station #1 at 1303 Pumphouse Road on Saturday, September 27th from 1 PM to 5 PM for the community. WRCVFD personnel will available to share information about fire safety and also have an exciting Live Fire Training session. Bring your camera for thrilling fire shots! Light refreshments will be provided free of charge.

9 AM: Signup for the Andersonville Volunteer Fire Department Annual Poker Run in Clinton at Tommy’s Motorsports, 2401 Andersonville Hwy.

11:00 AM: First bike out
Noon: Last bike out
Cars are welcome and will leave after the last bike.

Come get FREE training in fireworks! Take this fun training and get qualified to help your neighbors with this summer's upcoming West Roane VFD Fireworks Sale. Training is Saturday at the Midtown Tent next to Patterson's. Let's try for 10:00 AM. For more information, call 354-1993.

April 25 Update: West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department is trying to raise $10,450 from businesses, groups, and individuals to help get a $209,000 grant from FEMA for a much-needed pumper truck.

Today, WRCVFD met the goal. Neighbors sent in exactly $10,463.05 in "Pumper Pledges," $13.05 over the top! Thanks to all those generous folks! :)

Now we need those who pledged to send in the money if they have not already to make those FEMA folks know our community is serious about needing a new pumper truck. Thanks to you all for making a pledge that will make a real difference.

This week, West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department is trying to raise $10,000 in pledges from businesses, groups, and individuals to help get a $200,000 grant from FEMA for a much-needed pumper truck.

On Monday, folks sent in $1660 "Pumper Pledges". Way to go, folks! :)

Another $8340 is needed by April 3 to make those FEMA folks think our community is serious about needing a new pumper truck. So, folks, step up! Be a hero! Make a pledge that will make a difference.

You or your company or group can help get a $200,000 grant for a pumper truck for our Volunteer Fire Department! Send in your pledges NOW, this week. Send notice of your pledges to pumperpledge@westroane.com, then donate by Paypal at westroane.com or by mail to P.O. Box 417 in Rockwood.

Since someone asked: The Annual Live Fire Training for Firefighters will start at 9 AM on Saturday October 13 at the West Roane County Volunteer Fire Department Open House held at Station No. 1 on Pumphouse Road.