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Butler County EMS Mourns the Loss of Paramedic Justin Lauppe in the Line of Duty

Friday, May 16

EL DORADO, Kan. — With profound sadness, Butler County EMS announces the passing of Paramedic Justin Lauppe, who died while serving our community on May 16, 2025. Justin, a dedicated 14 year veteran of emergency medical services, experienced cardiac arrest and lost his life... Read More.

City of McPherson Approves Change Order on Purchase of New Ambulance, Hears Annual EMS Report

Tuesday, January 14

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners approved a change order on purchase of a new Ambulance. EMS director Will Moore said there was an increase of $3,956 in the chassis cost from the bid originally accepted last April. This brings the total... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Approve Marketing Plans for Proposed Half Percent Sales Tax for EMS on November General Election Ballot

Tuesday, September 17

By Lucky Kidd IOLA, Kan. — The Allen County Commission has approved the marketing plans for a proposed half percent sales tax for EMS that's on the November General Election ballot. It accepted proposals from the Iola Register for quarter page ads that will run... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Approve Submission to Voters at November General Election for Half Percent Sales Tax Proposal Supporting EMS Services

Wednesday, August 28

By Lucky Kidd ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The Allen County Commission Tuesday approved submission to voters at the November General Election a proposal for a half percent sales tax to support EMS services. Action to place the proposal on the ballot had to be taken... Read More.

Newton Fire and EMS Awarded $518K through FEMA Firefighter Grant

Monday, August 26

By Lucky Kidd NEWTON, Kan. — Newton Fire/EMS has been awarded a Federal Assistance for Firefighter's Grant (AFG) worth over $518,000 through FEMA to purchase a new fire engine and tender.This will replace a 41-year-old military style and employee-built water tender that holds insufficient amounts... Read More.

Celebrity Goat Milking Champions, Kansas Board of EMS

Saturday, September 16

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Board of EMS "Goat Busters" took home the first place trophy for the Celebrity Goat Milking Contest at the Kansas State Fair Sheep, Swine and Goat Building on Friday. The Runner Up team was the Hutchinson Fire... Read More.

Kansas EMS Association Announces 2023 KEMSA Award Winners

Wednesday, August 2

KANSAS — The Kansas EMS Association just announced the 2023 KEMSA Award Winners who will be attending the award banquet on Aug. 12., along with the Educator of the Year Zach Bieghler from Kingman EMS, who was previously shared about on July 28. 2023 KEMSA... Read More.

Kingman EMS Receives $8,000 Donation From Invenergy

Friday, July 28

KINGMAN, Kan. — Kingman EMS gave thanks to Invenergy for an $8,000 donation on July 27. With the money, the department was able to buy Sapphire Multi-Therapy Infusion pumps for each ambulance. These programmable IV Pumps will help the providers administer IV medications... Read More.

Kingman EMS and Rescue Chief Bieghler Named Recipient of 2023 Donald E. White Educator of the Year Award

Friday, July 28

KINGMAN, Kan. — Kingman EMS and Rescue Chief Zach Bieghler will be named the recipient of the 2023 Donald E. White Educator of the Year Award from the Kansas Emergency Medical Service Association at this year's Kansas EMS Association banquet on Aug 12, 2023.... Read More.

RENO County EMS Deputy Chief David Trotter to Retire

Thursday, July 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County EMS announced the retirement of their Deputy Chief David Trotter of 44 years. His last day will be July 29, 2023."His steadfast commitment, exceptional leadership, and endless dedication have left a permanent mark on the organization and the lives... Read More.