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Internet Safety: Keeping Kids Safe Online
With kids home from the summertime, chances are they’ll be spending more time on family computers. As kids spend more time online, the question of how to keep them safe is paramount. There is a federal law in place, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act...
4th of July Safety!
It's almost here! The 4th of July is TOMORROW! BBQs, Fireworks, a day off in the middle of the week... what's not to love? As you get ready to celebrate, please do so carefully. With a heat wave plaguing much of the country and wildfires devastating communities in...
In Memoriam: The Prescott Firefighters
With the death of 19 Prescott Firefighters in the Yarnell Hill wildfire, yesterday marked the most deadly day for US Firefighters since September 11, 2001. Today, our thoughts are with the Prescott families, friends and community. We salute the brave and heroic...
June Nominate a Hero Finalists!
Voting is now closed! You may still share the heroes' pages, but votes will not count. We will be announcing the winner soon! Keep an eye out for our July Finalists later this week! Our Nominate a Hero Finalists for June are up! We've made some more improvements to...
Beth M | Illinois Nurse – June Nominate a Hero Finalist
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Sarah B | Arizona Educator – June Nominate a Hero Finalist
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Julian J. | Ohio EMT and Volunteer Firefighter – June Nominate a Hero Finalist
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Officer Johnny B | Texas Police Officer – June Nominate a Hero Finalist
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Captain Don D. | Oregon Firefighter and Medic – June Nominate a Hero Finalist
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Seeking Police Department Patches!
The Black Forest Fire was the most destructive fire in Colorado history. 500 homes, 2 lives, and countless possessions were lost in the blaze. A lot of those possessions can be replaced, but some have value that goes much deeper. In 2006, Officer Jared Jensen with the...