Durand Municipal Ambulance Service

06/07/2026

On behalf of Durand Ambulance, we extend our deepest sympathy to Chris's family, friends, his NTEC team, and his Durand Fire family as they mourn the loss of one of their own. Thank you, Chris, for your sacrifices, your commitment to others, and the difference you made in our community and Country. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who knew and loved him.

With profound and heartfelt sadness, we have to announce the passing of Firefighter Chris J. Bates. Chris joined the Durand Fire Department in 2007, served as a Lieutenant and Training Officer on the department and was a current Senior Member. Chris was an amazing firefighter and US Marine Veteran. More importantly he was a brilliant husband, father and grandfather to his family. Rest easy brother, we’ll take the watch from here. Godspeed Chris Bates.

06/06/2026

Goodbyes are never easy.

Let's take a moment to recognize and thank Jason Robelia for nearly 8 years of dedicated service to Durand Ambulance and our community. For 7 years and 10 months, Jason has answered the call with commitment, compassion, and a genuine desire to help others. His dedication has touched countless lives and made a lasting impact on our community, our team and our extended teams. Having grown up in our community, Jason seems to know just about everyone. His deep roots here and genuine care for the people around him made him an invaluable part of our service. He has always been committed to this community, the people who call it home, those who visited, and those just passing through, he never hesitating to step up when someone needed help. Jason's dedication did not go unnoticed. He was honored EMT of the Year multiple times, a reflection of the respect he earned from his peers and the care he provided to his patients. While awards only tell part of the story, those who worked alongside him know that his greatest strength has always been his compassion and willingness to help others. Over the years, through long calls, challenging calls, shared laughter, shared tears, and many unforgettable moments, we became family. EMS is not an easy job, but people like Jason—with one of the kindest hearts you'll ever meet—make the difficult days a little easier and the good days even better. Jason always had our back. While our hearts are heavy as we say goodbye, we are also incredibly excited for Jason as he begins this new chapter in his life. We look forward to watching him grow and share his talents in new ways. We have lost a valued member of our team, but we know the same compassion, dedication, and work ethic that made him such an outstanding EMT will serve him well wherever his journey leads.

Jason, thank you for everything you have given to Durand Ambulance, your fellow crew members, and this community. You will be missed, but you will always be part of our EMS family. Wishing you nothing but success, happiness, and fulfillment in your next adventure. ❤️🚑

06/04/2026

Please join us in congratulating Clara, daughter of Amanda Manor, on her graduation from IForward Charter School! Clara is a talented young woman with gifts in writing, art, and singing. This fall, she will begin her exciting new chapter at the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater, where she plans to study Creative Writing and pursue her dream of becoming an author. We are excited to see where her creativity, dedication, and passion will take her. Her future is bright, and we have no doubt that Clara's stories will inspire others for years to come. Congratulations, Clara! We wish you all the best as you chase your dreams and write the next chapter of your journey!

06/04/2026

We would like to take a moment to recognize an extended team meber that shows up for our community daily. Tonight he showed up for us. We would like to send a huge thank you to Officer Brandon Bonnerup for sharing his EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course) expertise with our team.

Brandon dedicated his time to setting up an obstacle course and provided outstanding instruction throughout our training. His patience, guidance, and ability to teach made the experience both educational and enjoyable for everyone involved. His calm approach and willingness to answer questions helped build confidence and improve the skills of our providers behind the wheel- especially to our newer members.

Brandon, we greatly appreciate your commitment to helping our team train safely and effectively. Thank you, Officer Bonnerup, for investing your time and energy in our service and our community!

06/03/2026

📢 Community Notice 📢

Durand Ambulance will be conducting Emergency Vehicle Operations Training tonight around 6:00 PM at the high school.
You will see our ambulances, may see emergency lights, and hear our back up alarms in the parking lot. This is a planned training event and not an actual emergency. Thank you for your understanding as we continue to train and prepare to serve our community safely. 🚑

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Stan Ridgeway’s son on his graduation and all of his incredible accomplishments!

From earning 1st Place at the State FFA Wildlife CDE, participating in the FFA State Honors Band, competing at the state level in Cross Country, and receiving the Directors Award for the Durand-Arkansaw Band — his dedication and hard work truly stand out.

We also love seeing his passion for music shine through as a member of Eight Minutes to Midnight.

Wishing him continued success as he takes on his next adventure!

05/25/2026

Honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Today, we remember our nation’s fallen heroes with gratitude and respect. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, we also thank the families who carry their legacy forward and those who continue to serve our communities and our country every day. 🇺🇸

05/24/2026

Please join us in congratulating our newest team member, Keyguhn Prissel, on his high school graduation!

Keyguhn is dedicated, hardworking, smart, and so compassionate. These are qualities that will serve him well as he begins his next chapter at CVTC studying Criminal Justice. We are excited to watch him continue to learn, grow, and develop into the person he was created to be.

Our community and team are fortunate to have young individuals like Keyguhn who are committed to serving others and making a difference. We wish him the very best in this exciting new journey and look forward to seeing all he accomplishes in the years ahead.

Congratulations, Keyguhn! We are proud to have you as part our Durand Ambulance family. 💙🚑👮‍♂️🚔

05/23/2026

Today we celebrate a huge accomplishment for one of our own! Congratulations Logan Mason on graduating from the paramedic program! 🚑🎓

Logan has been an incredible part of our team — smart, quick thinking, funny, and always compassionate with patients and our teams. His ability to stay calm under pressure, make critical decisions, and still bring a smile to those around him is something truly special.

We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and countless hours Logan has put into his education, our service, and Mondovi Area Ambulance Service while reaching this milestone. Our community is lucky to have someone so committed to helping others. Sadly our days with Logan are numbered, as he will eventually transition into his new role elsewhere.

Congratulations, Logan! Your future as a paramedic is incredibly bright. We are excited to watch you continue to grow in EMS and we are so proud to have you as part of our Durand Ambulance family. 💙🚑