We originally asked for pet food and water in which our amazing community came through. We also received various other items as well. We had significant donations by Chestnut Grove Baptist Church and Beavers Country Store. They provided toiletries, new blankets, boxes of new socks and shirts, new shoes, cleaning supplies. Donations of heaters as well. It’s times like this that our amazing community ... (Full Story)

Due to the change in needs and the overwhelming response from people we are no longer taking any donations for WNC. If the need arises again we will most definitely start taking them in. Thank you all.... (Full Story)

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It's crucial to have working smoke alarms on every floor and in every bedroom of your home. Remember to test them monthly and replace them if they're over 10 years old.

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Let's work together to keep our community safe! #FirePreventionWeek #SmokeAlarms #SafetyFirst... (Full Story & Photos)

Engine 7 responded with this crew right here. The crew consisted of all our Chief Officers. Some members definitely had jokes when we returned so we had to take the picture. We was ready to show those kids how it’s done. Pictured from left to right are: Deputy Chief Thomas Groff, Asst. Chief/Chaplain Jonathan Teague, Chief Andy Webster and Asst Chief Todd Bowers.... (Full Story & Photos)

We will continue to take water, dog and cat food donations as long as needed. We will also take all other items needed. Thank you all again and share our original post.... (Full Story & Photos)

Check our earlier post for times.... (Full Story)

Donations will then be delivered to Rescue Ranch for distribution to appropriate areas. Water will also be accepted. Drop off times are:

Monday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday thru Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Other times can be arranged by calling 704-872-3221 and arranging an alternate time.

Our drop location will only take the items listed. Thank you for everyone’s support.... (Full Story)

This is a GPS detour to cut down on the traffic from travelers.... (Full Story)

Maybe a few inconveniences with power or whatever but looking at the alternative, we will take it. Cool Springs was steady yesterday with 12 calls for service due to the weather, nothing crazy. Please keep all the unfortunate ones in your prayers for what they are going through in the mountains.... (Full Story)