MUSCATINE, Iowa — As fire departments across the country struggle with declining recruitment, the Muscatine Fire Department is investing in the next generation through its Fire and EMS Explorers ...

MUSCATINE, Iowa — Muscatine firefighters are trading emergency calls for lesson plans as they train local high school students through the department’s Fire Explorers program, giving teens hands-on ...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — For some, becoming a first responder in Central Illinois starts earlier than you might think. Take for instance the Fire Explorers: the next generation of firefighters. They ...

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Bud Burton is one of the original advisors and he said, “It’s like in evolution. Every so often something big happens and I can’t wait to see what’s next.” Burton was there decades ago when the Fire ...

The Palatine Fire Department Explorers Program will host its Winter Brunch from 8 a.m. to noon Jan. 11, at the American Legion Hall, 122 W. Palatine Road. The event benefits the program, which ...

The Muscatine Fire Explorers program is teaching local high school students ice rescue skills, giving teens hands-on training before entering the fire academy. Alex Pretti spotted on camera moments ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — For some, becoming a first responder in Central Illinois starts earlier than you might think. Take for ...