West Virginia State Firemen's Association

04/28/2026

Deadline for nominations is just over a month away!

**NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS!**

The West Virginia State Firemen’s Association is proud to announce that nominations are now open for our Annual Awards!

Help us recognize the outstanding firefighters who go above and beyond in service, dedication, and community impact.

Award Categories Include:

* Firefighter of the Year
* Fire Officer of the Year
* Junior Firefighter of the Year
* Life Saving Award

Nominations are for events happening between June 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026.

Nominations will be accepted until May 30th, 2026

Don’t miss your chance to honor those who make a difference in the fire service across West Virginia.

Submit your nominations today!

Scan the QR code or follow the below link to make your nomination.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfM0YE2licatwD1o5EjTWbDcgc2QQo3BB-FxksbGwOO1sTgBA/viewform?usp=header

**PLEASE NOTE: Your department MUST be a member of the West Virginia State Firemen's Association to make a nomination and to be eligible to receive an award.**

02/25/2026

💵💵💵💵Cash Bash Tickets💵💵💵💵
Get your March Cash Bash Tickets. Chance to win over $20,000!!!!
March 14th

Tickets can be purchased at the following locations: Romney Diner, Buckley’s Auto, Romney Moose, Just Cuts in Romney, Judy’s Mobile Homes in Shanks, The Country Store and T&S Market in Springfield, Roy’s Service Center in Berkeley Springs.

You can also purchase them online at:

www.romneyfire.com/shop

02/19/2026

Ohio - WV Weekend at the National Fire Academy
WHEN: June 26-28,2026
WHERE: National Fire Academy, Emmitsburg, MD
COST: $170.00 - includes, meals, snacks, lodging, class and materials
Class list is below.

For questions, contact Mark Lambert at [email protected]

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED - TO REGISTER, GO TO: https://www.osfsi.org/ -weekend-at-nfa

02/05/2026

Fire departments from across West Virginia came together at the Capitol today with one unified mission: to speak directly with our Senators and Delegates about the real needs of WV fire departments.

These conversations matter. From funding and staffing to equipment and safety, we’re advocating for resolutions that impact not only our firefighters, but the communities we serve every single day.

When the fire service stands together, our voice is stronger. Thank you to all the departments who showed up, spoke up, and represented West Virginia’s fire service with pride and service.

02/03/2026

This evening, departments from across West Virginia are meeting with legislators at the WV State Fire Association Legislative Dinner to discuss the important needs of our fire service.

Tomorrow, we’ll continue these conversations at the State Capitol, advocating for the resources and support our fire departments need to keep communities safe.

01/30/2026

Join us next week!

YOUR VOICE MATTERS

Join us for the Annual Show of Force at the State Capitol and stand together as we speak directly with our State Delegates and Senators about the issues impacting the fire service and our communities. This is our opportunity to be seen, heard, and united in support of those we serve.

Gear up, show up, and help make a difference.

01/19/2026

FREE Command & Leadership Class - "From Your Station to the Streets" - taught by Doug Cline, Asst Chief Horry County Fire & Rescue and Chris Naum, Chief of Training at the Command Institute. Two of the best instructors in the nation will be right here in West Virginia!!!

WHEN: Friday, January 23,2026 (&:00 - 10:00 p.m.) & Saturday, January 24,2026 (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
WHERE: Danville Community Center, 731 Hopkins Avenue, Danville, WV 25053

Lunch will be provided on Saturday.

Training certificates will be issued by WVU Fire Service Extension

PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!! To register, e-mail Jason Estep at: [email protected]

01/19/2026

Class is filling up quickly!!! Only a few slots left!

FREE Fire Officer I & II Course hosted by the West Side VFD and sponsored by WVU Fire Service Extension.
WHEN: February 7th & 8th, 2026 starting at 9:00 a.m. ending at 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: West Side VFD, 256 West Main Street, St. Albans, WV 25177
The remaining class dates will be set based on the availability of students. Course is 48 hours in length.
This course meets the NFPA 1020, 2021 Edition, requirements for Fire Officer I & II as well as the requirements of the West Virginia State Fire Commission. Certification is contingent upon successful completion of all class requirements including passing the tests and submission of all JPR homework assignments.
This class is Pro Board eligible with proper prerequisites.
To register, please email Ralph McNemar at: [email protected]

01/13/2026

FREE Fire Officer I & II Course hosted by the West Side VFD and sponsored by WVU Fire Service Extension.

WHEN: February 7th & 8th, 2026 starting at 9:00 a.m. ending at 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: West Side VFD, 256 West Main Street, St. Albans, WV 25177

The remaining class dates will be set based on the availability of students. Course is 58 hours in length.

This course meets the NFPA 1020, 2021 Edition, requirements for Fire Officer I & II as well as the requirements of the West Virginia State Fire Commission. Certification is contingent upon successful completion of all class requirements including passing the tests and submission of all JPR homework assignments.

This class is Pro Board eligible with proper prerequisites.

To register, please email Ralph McNemar at: [email protected]

01/04/2026

YOUR VOICE MATTERS

Join us for the Annual Show of Force at the State Capitol and stand together as we speak directly with our State Delegates and Senators about the issues impacting the fire service and our communities. This is our opportunity to be seen, heard, and united in support of those we serve.

Gear up, show up, and help make a difference.

12/25/2025