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Contributing writer at Crackyl Magazine.
One firefighter’s drive — from Ironman start lines to service in the firehouse — shows the power of simply showing up.
Two Iowa City firefighters show why the future of the fire service depends on intentional outreach, mentorship, and recruitment.
How the fire service carries its history, losses, and leadership lessons into every room we enter.
Know your numbers and take action.
… but only if you are doing something about it
These fast-failing structures highlight why ongoing training, awareness, and risk management remain essential for firefighter safety
The 2026 First Responder Center for Excellence (FRCE) and University of Iowa Mental Wellness Symposium
Diabetes awareness matters for every firefighter, and the FRCE’s new online course improves operational readiness across the fire service
This common danger injures civilians and firefighters alike, showing why every odor of gas must be treated as a major threat
Near‑miss incidents show why even ordinary equipment demands greater awareness and training
Leadership’s role in reducing firefighter cancer risk
Consider choosing steady self-improvement, mentorship, and unity over perfection, criticism, and division in the year ahead
Balancing duty with compassion, great fire service leaders prove that missions succeed only when people are cared for
A rural house fire reveals the stark realities of water supply, coordination, and resilience in the fire service
Conferences like Science to the Station remind us that we need more firefighters willing to engage in research translation
How regional conferences are fueling the fire service’s future
A century after Butte’s mining tragedy, today’s firefighters confront a quieter killer, and a moral imperative to act
The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation hosted a ceremony to pay tribute to 176 members who died from 9/11-related illnesses
Departments like Pleasant Plains remind us that the future of the fire service isn’t found only in big cities or large agencies
A tribute to former Brooklyn dispatcher George Munch, a voice behind the scenes who defines the heart of the FDNY family
East Farmingdale becomes the first Gold Helmet fire department in New York State
Hurricane Katrina reshaped disaster response, highlighting that no city is immune and readiness must reach beyond borders
Wait … what? A personal introduction to a new column dedicated to supporting the whole firefighter
Captain Danny Troxell’s 40-year fire service legacy with D
On an ordinary summer day, spotting a firefighter mowing his lawn sparks thoughts on the chain of survival that saved his life
Why heat and humidity matter when it comes to fighting fires during a hot summer season
Frederick County’s newest firefighters embody the spirit of service and family that binds it all together
Magnetic resonance imaging machines are a hazard to first responders, so being aware and prepared can make all the difference in avoiding disasters