Rutherford County Firefighter Dillian Parton was awarded the 2023 Firefighter of the Year Award through the Noon Exchange Club Wednesday. Rutherford County Fire Chief Larry Farley described the incident that warranted the award. In April 2023, Rutherford County Fire and Rescue was dispatched to a house fire on Meadowview Drive in Rutherford County. Firefighters Dillian…
The Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Fire Marshal’s Office has lifted the burn ban for recreational fires and other fires that do not require a permit inside the city limits of Murfreesboro after two days of significant rainfall. Burning that requires a city permit, construction and bon fires, as well as open burning in Rutherford County…
It has been said if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. If that’s true, Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Assistant Chief of Operations Tim Swann has clocked zero hours in his 33-year years of firefighting. Swann’s last day on the job is today, September 29. “It’s been 33 years…
The fire marshals for the Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MRFD) and Rutherford County Fire & Rescue Department (RCFR) have issued a mandatory open burning ban for the city limits of Murfreesboro and Rutherford County because of a prolonged period without rainfall. The joint burn ban is effective immediately until conditions improve. “The lack of rain…
Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department Chief Mark McCluskey has named Nicole Miller as Assistant Chief of Training, becoming only the second female in MFRD’s history to serve as an assistant chief. Assistant Chief Miller joined MFRD in 2004. Miller was promoted to Training Coordinator in 2007, serving in this role for both the medical and training…
Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department deployed a crew of firefighters Sunday morning to assist with wildfires in Louisiana as part of a Tennessee Task Force Strike Team. Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department deployed a crew of firefighters Sunday morning to assist with wildfires in Louisiana as part of a Tennessee Task Force Strike Team. MFRD Captain Matt…
Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department (MFRD) Chief Mark McCluskey has named Brian Lowe as the Fire Marshal for the City of Murfreesboro. “Through years of dedication and hard work, Brain Lowe has proven himself to be a valuable member of our firefighting team,” McCluskey said. “I have no doubt he will excel in this new role…
Newly appointed Fire Chief Mark McCluskey announces the promotion Tim Swann to Assistant Chief of Operations after serving in an interim role since July 2022. “Assistant Chief Swann has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our community,” McCluskey said. “We are proud to recognize his leadership, expertise, and tireless service to…
Newly appointed Fire Chief Mark McCluskey announces the promotion of Jamie Bigelow to the position of Deputy Fire Chief. Bigelow, a 26-year veteran of MFRD, started his career with MFRD as a firefighter in 1997. “Bigelow’s unwavering commitment to serving our community, his exceptional leadership skills, and his unparalleled expertise and experience make him the…
A mother and six children made it out of their burning house safely. Firefighters rescue a family cat. MFRD responded to the house fire in the 300 block of Sadler Court around 3:26 p.m. Wednesday. When firefighters arrived there was heavy smoke and flames coming from the garage. Investigators with the Fire Marshal’s Office are…