Jessica and Ryan truly went above and beyond the call of duty during a recent call that reminded us all why community service is at the heart of what we do What began as a routine response quickly turned into a delicate and compassionate rescue when a concerned homeowner reported a cat trapped deep inside their chimney.
Recognizing the urgency and the stress on both the homeowner and the frightened animal Jessica and Ryan took the time to carefully assess the situation and develop a safe plan of action With patience, teamwork, and a clear commitment to doing things the right way, they worked methodically to access the chimney and safely free the cat without causing harm to the animal or the home
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Above & Beyond: A Purr-fect Rescue Cont...
After a tense but controlled operation, the cat was successfully rescued and reunited with its relieved owner cold, scared, but unharmed The gratitude expressed by the family was a powerful reminder that even calls that may seem small can have a big impact on the people we serve
Jessica and Ryan’s actions exemplify professionalism, compassion, and service beyond emergencies involving fire or medical care Their willingness to go the extra mile reflects positively on our department and reinforces the trust our community places in us every day. Outstanding work by both and a happy ending for one very lucky cat.
❤ CPR TRAINING AT TRILITH LIVE
The Fayetteville Fire Department recently hosted a Family & Friends CPR class at Trilith LIVE, providing hands-on training for both staff and community members Participants learned essential CPR skills for adults, children, and infants, strengthening community preparedness
Birthdays Anniversaries
Division Chief Mike Matthews - 30 yrs of service
Battalion Chief Jeff Gable - 23 years of service
FF Matt Noel - 7 years of service
FF Alex Chisum - 7 years of service
FF Ryan Hyde - 7 years of service
FF Alex Sawyer - 7 years of service
FF Brad Partridge - 7 years of service
FF Carl Smith 1/1
Deputy Chief Chris Peacock 1/6
FF Bobby Litmon 1/29
December Station Statistics
Station 91 responded to 205 calls for service. 95 calls had a response time > than 5 minutes.
Average Response Time: 04:59
Station 92 responded to 74 calls for service 30 calls had a response time > than 5 minutes
Average Response Time: 04:43
Station 93 responded to 139 calls for service. 109 calls had a response time > than 5 minutes. Average Response Time: 06:28
With the generosity of our department and a supportive donation from Tractor Supply, Captain Green and Firefighter Compton recently delivered Christmas gifts to the King family, whom we proudly adopted this holiday season Mrs King is raising four grandchildren while also caring for her 17-year-old daughter, and thanks to these combined contributions, we were able to provide both essential needs and special wishes for the family Seeing the smiles and joy on their faces was truly priceless and a powerful reminder of the impact we can make beyond emergency response Moments like these reflect the heart of our department and the willingness of our members to pour into others Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make this meaningful outreach possible
“Ring in a Fire-Safe New Year”
Start the year right test all smoke and CO alarms and replace any that are 10 years old
A Message From the Chief
A new year always brings with it new goals, renewed focus, and opportunities for growth both individually and as a department As we step into 2026, I want to begin by thanking you for the dedication and resilience you demonstrated throughout 2025. We had an impactful year, and it was your commitment to service, safety, and professionalism that made it all possible.
This year, we’ll continue building on that foundation From advancing our training programs and expanding our community risk reduction efforts, to continuing our transition to ALS and pushing forward on capital improvement projects there’s important work ahead I have no doubt that our team is up for the challenge.
Let’s start strong, stay sharp, and continue holding the line together I look forward to everything we’ll accomplish this year
Chief Black
Policy Spotlight
SPOTLIGHT: 601 – PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
Policy 601 outlines the City’s performance evaluation process, which is designed to fairly measure, document, and recognize employee performance while supporting professional growth and improvement Employees are evaluated at least annually by their immediate supervisor using job-related, nondiscriminatory criteria, with additional evaluations conducted during probationary periods or when performance concerns arise The policy emphasizes ongoing coaching, clear communication of expectations, and the use of Performance Improvement Plans when needed Evaluation meetings provide an opportunity to discuss strengths, improvement areas, career development, and training goals. All personnel are encouraged to review Policy 601 to better understand the evaluation process, expectations, and their role in maintaining a fair and consistent performance system POLICY
