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Arley man loses life after being burned

ARLEY - An Arley man has died after suffering burns from a house fire Saturday night, Feb. 21, that not only destroyed the house where he was residing, but also spread to endanger a neighbor’s residence, first responders confirmed.
David “Dave” Shortt, 64, of 177 CR 3936, was pronounced dead at UAB Hospital, according to Winston County Coroner Tracey Holley.

Firefighters urge caution

Fire burns along a steep cliff off Magnolia Drive, which resulted in several rekindles for Helicon and Arley fire departments during recent dry weather conditions. (courtesy photo)

Fire burns along a steep cliff off Magnolia Drive, which resulted in several rekindles for Helicon and Arley fire departments during recent dry weather conditions. (courtesy photo)
WINSTON COUNTY - Firefighters are sending out strong warnings that brush fires are posing a major danger currently, keeping firefighters tied up by responding.

Rescue squad forms

Four of the five members of the board of directors of the new Winston County Rescue Squad at the Arley Fire Department, May 11: James Rickett (Arley Fire Department), Neil Feist (Helicon Fire Department), Board President Pat Hanna, Ashley Tucker (Central Fire Department). The final board member is Darrell Smith (Addison Fire Department).

Four of the five members of the board of directors of the new Winston County Rescue Squad at the Arley Fire Department, May 11: James Rickett (Arley Fire Department), Neil Feist (Helicon Fire Department), Board President Pat Hanna, Ashley Tucker (Central Fire Department). The final board member is Darrell Smith (Addison Fire Department).
ARLEY - Previous attempts to see an ambulance stationed on the east side of the county having failed, a non-profit organization called the Winston County Rescue Squad is being formed to provide 24/7 ambulance service to the area.

Firefighters association supports efforts to bring additional ambulance service into east Winston County

LYNN - The Winston County Firefighters Association voted in favor of Arley, Helicon and Addison fire departments continuing their efforts to bring an additional ambulance service into their communities at its monthly meeting at the Lynn Volunteer Fire Department...

Town councils extend invitation to another ambulance service

Arley Fire Chief James Rickett, Helicon Fire Chief Neil Feist and Arley Fire Department Training Officer Brian Kuntz stand in the space that has been cleared in AFD’s vehicle bay for the ambulance that they hope will soon be stationed in Arley.

Arley Fire Chief James Rickett, Helicon Fire Chief Neil Feist and Arley Fire Department Training Officer Brian Kuntz stand in the space that has been cleared in AFD’s vehicle bay for the ambulance that they hope will soon be stationed in Arley.

ARLEY - Both the Arley and Addison town councils voted this month to encourage an additional ambulance service to operate in their towns. Currently, the primary ambulance service operating in Winston County is Regional Paramedical Services (RPS).

Mixed emotions over COVID-19 vaccine

Helicon firefighter Carson Gladney, far right, receives the COVID-19 vaccine from Lacie Frederick, RN, at the Winston County Health Department. First responders shown preparing for the vaccine are from left, Arley firefighter George Gibson, Arley Fire Chief James Rickett, Helicon firefighter Lael Feist and Helicon Assistant Fire Chief Neil Feist. Showing support to the first responders receiving vaccines is State Representative Tim Wadsworth.

Helicon firefighter Carson Gladney, far right, receives the COVID-19 vaccine from Lacie Frederick, RN, at the Winston County Health Department. First responders shown preparing for the vaccine are from left, Arley firefighter George Gibson, Arley Fire Chief James Rickett, Helicon firefighter Lael Feist and Helicon Assistant Fire Chief Neil Feist. Showing support to the first responders receiving vaccines is State Representative Tim Wadsworth.
WINSTON COUNTY - Although health officials are stressing the safety of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, which is now being offered in Winston County, some first responders are approaching the vaccine with reservation.
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