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𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

We recently celebrated two incredible leaders in our department: Chief John Ray Kerns — 35 Years of Service Award Captain Bobby Tarr — 30 Years of Service Award Chief John Ray Kerns was presented with the 35 Years of Service Award. Chief Kerns has led the department since 2018 and brings over five decades […]

Celebrate Dad at Our Father’s Day Breakfast!

Treat Dad to breakfast with the community at Orlean Volunteer Fire & Rescue! Sunday, June 15th, 2025 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM Company 11 Hall, Orlean Fire Station Enjoy a hearty, all-you-can-eat country breakfast with: Scrambled Eggs Pancakes Bacon & Sausage Biscuits & Gravy Home Fries & Grits Coffee, Juice & More Donations: $12 Adults | $5 Children 9 […]

BUY A BRICK CAMPAIGN

Announcing! The OVFRD BUY A BRICK Campaign fundraiser is ongoing! You can help build a stronger community base and leave your legacy at our firehouse. Purchase a brick and leave a lasting mark on our Company 11 Hall brick wall. The Campaign is wonderful way to honor a loved one, pay tribute to someone dear to […]

𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗧𝗜𝗣𝗦

There’s nothing like grilling on a warm summer day—but did you know 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 #𝟭 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀? Your OVFRD team wants everyone to enjoy the season safely, so before you light that grill, check out these quick tips: 𝗕𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗗: Keep your grill clean — grease = fire hazard Have a […]

𝐁𝐁𝐐 𝐑𝐢𝐛𝐬 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞-𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐮 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 – 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐭!

The grill’s heating up again at the 𝐎𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 & 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐭. Join us for our next 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞-𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐮 𝐁𝐁𝐐 𝐑𝐢𝐛𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 on: 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟕𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝟒:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 – 𝟔:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 𝟔𝟖𝟑𝟖 𝐋𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐝, 𝐎𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧, 𝐕𝐀 $𝟐𝟎 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐬: – 𝐁𝐁𝐐 𝐑𝐢𝐛𝐬 – 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐰 – 𝐁𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 – 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧 […]

𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 – 𝐈𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲?

Wildfires move fast—having a plan in place for your horses can save precious time and lives. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reminds us: preparation is key! 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬: Identify at least two evacuation routes Keep a ready-to-go emergency kit with feed, water, ID, and meds Practice loading horses regularly to reduce stress during emergencies […]

Happy Easter from the OVFRD Family!

Today, we’re celebrating with gratitude—to our amazing Orlean community and the dedicated first responders of Orlean Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department who are standing by, even on Easter Sunday. While many enjoy egg hunts and family time, our volunteers remain ready to respond. Please take a moment to thank those who serve—holidays and all! Wishing you […]

Help Keep Our Community Safe from Wildfires!

We all know it’s not just lawns and bushes that can burn in our area. Fields, pastures, and overgrown wooded areas are a big concern—especially during dry, windy conditions. Keeping your property mowed, trimmed, and hydrated helps reduce wildfire risk and protect not just your home, but our entire community. Let’s work together—every small effort […]

The Bridge Community Church Canteen Unit

A Huge Thank You to The Bridge Community Church Canteen Unit! We recently had the pleasure of meeting the team from The Bridge Community Church Canteen Unit and learning about the amazing support they provide right here in our community. Their mission is to serve Emergency Response Personnel and individuals and families by offering hydration, […]

Spring Grounds Maintenance at the Station

Saturday, March 29th — Spring Grounds Maintenance at the station. Members weeded, mulched and pruned the grounds. A huge thanks to our dedicated Grounds Committee members for their hard work keeping OVFRD looking its best! Your efforts make a difference!

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