This past Saturday, the CCVRS family came together to celebrate the accomplishments of our members. Our annual banquet is usually held in August each year, with special guests, dinner, administration of the oath of office to incoming officers and awards presentations to well-deserving members.

This year, much like everything else, was different - thanks to COVID-19. We gathered virtually instead ... (Full Story)

Congratulations to the following members on their election or appointment to their respective offices for 2020-2021! All members will take office effective immediately.

OPERATIONAL:
Chief Robert Ansell
Assistant Chief Christy Coffey
Captain Ben Bates
1st Lieutenant Quincy Cobey
2nd Lieutenant Kaitlyn ... (Full Story)

Are you looking for a yummy and unique dessert to add to your Thanksgiving table? Check our Facebook page for event details and how to bid. The event will begin Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 4:00 PM and end Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at 4:00 PM, so mark your calendars!

Pick-up will be Wednesday, November 25, 2020 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM and payment may be made with cash or check. Check it out! ... (Full Story)

TOYS FOR TOTS

Donate new, unwrapped toys for any age group by dropping off at any fire or EMS department in Charles County, the County Government Building (200 Baltimore St., La Plata) or Department of Emergency Services (10425 Audie Ln., La Plata). Donations accepted beginning Thursday, November 12, 2020 until Monday, December 7, 2020.... (Full Story)

The CCVRS is selling the 2019 Official White House Christmas Ornament, honoring President Dwight D. Eisenhower, the First President to use helicopters.

The price is $25.00 each.

Point of Contact is Denise Edelen, and you can reach her at 240-346-7993 or email denisejedelen@gmail.com. Arrangements can be made to pick up the ornaments from the rescue squad in La Plata.

Payments can be made via- ... (Full Story & Photos)

Congratulations to the following members on their election or appointment to their respective offices! All members will take office on July 1st.

OPERATIONS

Butch Gregory, Chief

Robert Ansell, Assistant Chief

Christy Coffey, Captain

Jon Exline, Lieutenant
Luis Rodriguez, Lieutenant

Kelly Raff, Sergeant
Ashley Atkinson, Sergeant

Ashley Martin-Gregory, Chief's Aide
Kaleigh Moore, Chief's Aide

Brian ... (Full Story)

It is with great sadness and a heavy heart the Charles County Volunteer Rescue Squad announces the passing of Life Member and Past Chief Susan Grote “Nanny Goat”.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 10th, from 9AM to 11AM, at the La Plata Volunteer Fire Department, Station 1, 911 Washington Avenue, La Plata, Maryland.

Fire and EMS Service Prayers will take place at 11 AM at the conclusion ... (Full Story & Photos)

We are postponing the March 10th CPR class to March 24th so that our members can attend funeral services for Past Chief Susan Grote. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The March 24th class will be at the same hours as the other classes during the year. Thank you for your understanding on this matter.... (Full Story)