Northern Pendleton Fire

08/27/2026

Thank you to Servpro Team Phillips/Smith for providing lunch to our crew and other department crews today! Was absolutely amazing!

08/26/2026

The Northern Pendleton Fire District is saddened to announce the passing of former EMS Coordinator Thomas Rackley Jr.

Mr. Rackley proudly and professionally served the citizens of Pendleton County for many years, leaving a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of those he served.

A retired Police Officer, EMT, and Nurse, Thomas was a true servant who dedicated his life to helping others. Throughout his career, he served in multiple capacities across Northern Kentucky and the City of Cincinnati, always answering the call to serve his community.

The members of the Northern Pendleton Fire District are grateful for his years of service, his dedication to our citizens, and the lasting mark he left on our organization.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Thomas’s family, friends, former colleagues, and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him.

08/25/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Parton Family. Dolly Parton was an example and roll model to all of us. Ms. Parton, rest in peace and thank you for bringing kindness to this world.

08/24/2026

Due to some IT issues we have extended the application deadline for both FF/EMT and Shift Lieutenant to Friday August 28th at 4 p.m. If you previously tried to contact us please contact Chief Fuller at [email protected].

08/24/2026

NORTHERN PENDLETON FIRE DISTRICT

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

August 24, 2026

Butler Market Temporarily Closed Following Final Fire Inspection

Butler, Kentucky — At approximately 1:00 p.m. today, the Northern Pendleton Fire District conducted a final fire inspection at Butler Market, located on Front Street in the City of Butler.

As a result of the inspection, the business was temporarily closed due to identified life-safety concerns and violations of applicable fire codes.

In early June, the Northern Pendleton Fire District received several complaints concerning potential fire code violations at the business. Following those complaints, the Fire District conducted inspections and provided the business with multiple opportunities to correct identified deficiencies. It is important to note, that this has been an investigation that has been ongoing for months with multiple inspections and attempts to have issues corrected.

During today's final inspection, additional life-safety concerns and fire code violations were identified. Due to the nature of the violations and the potential risk to occupants, the Northern Pendleton Fire District determined that temporary closure was necessary until the identified issues can be properly addressed.

The Northern Pendleton Fire District has been deputized by the Kentucky State Fire Marshal's Office to exercise authority regarding fire code enforcement matters of this nature. With the authority of KRS and KAR.

For Butler Market to resume normal business operations, the business will be required to correct the identified fire code violations and life-safety concerns. Additionally, the required electrical work must be evaluated and inspected by a licensed electrician. Once the necessary corrections have been completed and required documentation has been provided, the Northern Pendleton Fire District will conduct a follow-up inspection to determine whether the property is safe for occupancy and eligible to reopen.

The Northern Pendleton Fire District emphasizes that fire inspections and code enforcement are conducted to protect life, property, firefighters, employees, customers, and the community as a whole.

The Fire District will continue to work with local businesses to promote fire safety, code compliance, and safe occupancy throughout the communities it serves.

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Northern Pendleton Fire District

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

Come on down to Butler City Hall and visit with our friends from Three Rivers District Health Department!

They are providing Free Needle Exchange, Support Services and Hep C testing to anyone in need!

They are handing out Gift Certificates for Wyatt’s and the Kentucky Millstone for testing!

They are here until 12(Noon) Today!

Thank you to Mayor Taylor and Butler City Council for allowing this resource to our community!

Thank you Korynn Marshall for organizing this resource and always fighting for the health of those in need!

Mayor Mason D. Taylor
Northern Pendleton Fire Auxiliary

08/20/2026

🚨🚨🚨Missing Person🚨🚨🚨

Our friends at Front Gate Personal Care Home in Butler are looking for a resident that went missing in Ft. Thomas after a recent hospital visit!

Please keep and Eye out for John Medley, Age 59.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of Mr. Medley please contact your Local Law Enforcement or the State Guardianship Office at (859) 371-7182.

Mr. Medley is entered into Law Enforcement databases as Critically Endangered.

08/12/2026

What a FUN day yesterday was! 🚒💦☀️

Firefighters of the Northern Pendleton Fire District along with Assistant Chief Reis, Lieutenant Trent, and Junior Firefighter Reis, had an awesome afternoon with the children at the Butler Learning Center!

We spent the afternoon talking about fire safety, learning a little about what firefighters do, and of course… having some water activities! 💦🚒

A huge THANK YOU to the Butler Learning Center for inviting us! This is something our crew looks forward to every year, and we’re pretty sure the kids look forward to it just as much! ❤️

We love getting out into our community and making memories with the next generation. Stay safe, stay cool, and keep having fun! 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

Thank you, Butler Learning Center! We’ll see you next time🚒❤️💦

08/12/2026

Happy First Day back to School Pendleton County! Please be mindful of new School Bus laws and watch for kids around the county this morning and every morning!

From all of the men and women at NPFD, have a safe, productive, and fun school year!