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BALDWIN CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT HOSTS BACK-TO-SCHOOL WATER FIGHT Downtown Baldwin City was filled with laughter, squeals, and plenty of splashes on Friday, August 15, as the Baldwin City Fire Department hosted its annual City Water Fight to kick off the school year. The event, held in front of the fire station between 6th and 7th Streets, took place during the Third Friday Market and drew a big crowd of families ready to cool off on a hot August evening. Participants were invited to bring their own water guns and join the fun—though water balloons were off the list this year. Fire Chief Terry Baker had been looking forward to this community tradition for months. He and his team of firefighters, who not only serve but also live and volunteer within the community, traded fire hoses for water cannons as they joined kids and parents alike in a playful battle that left everyone drenched and smiling. The Maple Weekly’s own photographer climbed to the top of the firetruck’s extension ladder to capture the scene from above. Despite the challenge of keeping her camera dry, she described it as one of her favorite assignments of the summer. “The kids and firefighters had a blast,” she said. “It was the perfect way to cool down on a hot August day!” With a great turnout and plenty of water-soaked fun, the City Water Fight once again proved to be more than just an event—it was a celebration of community spirit, the dedication of local firefighters, and the excitement of a new school year ahead.
Photograph by Keara Torkelson