Monroe County Rescue Squad

05/31/2026

What a day yesterday!!! Our 1st Annual Bass Tournament is in the books!!! We had a great turnout despite the flooding in the first half of the day. Just want to take this time to thank our sponsors again. Without you guys, no way this could have happened. Also, thank you to the anglers, their dedication and participation made it happen! Huge shout out to Toqua Nights Fishing Tournament for running the show as smooth as y’all did, you guys were on point!! Volunteer Federal Savings Bank ORNL Federal Credit Union, GR Group Holdings, Merritt Precision, Revel Boats, Sweetwater Crossings, Sweetwater Hospital Association, Big Oak Construction, Night Light Displays, Lamp Post Restaurant, 411 Automotive, Iron Works Grill, Wil-Sav DRUGS, Papas Pizza, Realty Executives Associates • Main Street( Scott Wilson, Brenda Babaj and Melissa Anderson), Anderson Ridge, Smokey Mountain Coatings, Bandit Custom Lures, Get My Internet, Peoples Bank Of East Tennessee, Brent Butler, Athens Lawn & Garden, Benton’s, Legends & Lore PizzeriaGreen Cove Store & Motel, Sonic Drive-In, Mexi-Wing III, El Jimador, Smokey Mountain HarleyDavidson, Valley Building Supply, The Patio Italian Restaurant, United Grocery Outlet - Madisonville, TN, O'Reilly Auto Parts, Tellico Beach Drive-In

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

💥 BIG DAY TOMORROW 💥 Our 1st annual Bass Tournament is happening tomorrow rain or shine!!! We will be having a Sonic hotdog cookout at weigh-in time, donations will be accepted!! We are super excited to get this going!! Huge thank you to Toqua Nights Fishing Tournament for providing us a way to do this and support we have from them!! Everyone come on out for a great time!! Remember boat Launch will be safe light and weigh-in will be 3pm sharp!! We hope to see you all there!! 🎣

05/28/2026

Thank you!!! Could not do this without your support!!

05/27/2026

We would like to take this opportunity to express sincere appreciation to everyone who has come together in our small community to make our 1st Annual Bass Tournament happen. This accomplishment would not have been possible without the collaborative efforts of each and every one of you. Hope to see you all Saturday!! Thank you all again!!

05/25/2026

Today is the day we remember those who gave all so you could enjoy your long weekend and cookouts. Freedom isn’t free — honor, remember, and never forget the sacrifices made for this country. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

05/20/2026

The guaranteed payouts have been confirmed!!! We are still in the process of recognizing all of our sponsors. Thank you again for everyone’s involvement in supporting our first annual bass tournament! Ornl Federal Credit Union, Wil-Sav DRUGS, Night Light Displays, Sweetwater Crossings, Big Oak Construction,Green Cove Store & Motel, Papas Pizza, Brenda Babaj with Realty Executives of Sweetwater, Peoples Bank Of East Tennessee,Athens Lawn & GardenThe Patio Italian RestaurantMexi-Wing IIISmokey Mountain HarleyDavidsonValley Building SupplyLegends & Lore Pizzeria, El Jimador, Orielly Auto PartsUnited Grocery Outlet - Madisonville, TN!! Again, thank you all for supporting this event, without you all it could not be possible! Please feel free to share this and we hope to see you there!!!

05/19/2026

💥 Rescue Squad Week 💥

This week, we proudly celebrate the dedicated men and women of the Monroe County Rescue Squad — a 100% volunteer organization committed to serving our community day and night. Our members answer the call during emergencies, accidents, rescues, disasters, and community events, giving their time, skills, and hearts without expecting anything in return.

Being volunteer-based means every response, every late-night call, every training session, and every life touched comes from people who choose to serve because they care deeply about Monroe County and its citizens.

Rescue Squad Week is a time to recognize the sacrifices, commitment, and teamwork that make this organization strong. We are grateful for the support of our community, families, sponsors, and fellow first responders who stand beside us.

The Monroe County Rescue Squad is more than an emergency service — it is neighbors helping neighbors, built on dedication, compassion, and pride in serving others.

05/17/2026

Yesterday turned into a true example of what teamwork and mutual aid are all about.

Around 1:30 PM yesterday May 16th, units were dispatched for a female patient at the very bottom of Conasauga Falls with a serious leg injury approximately 3/4 of a mile down the trailhead. After reaching the patient, crews determined she had suffered a broken leg along with a dislocated ankle.

With the combined efforts of everyone involved, the patient was carefully packaged into our stokes basket and wheeled back up the trail to awaiting EMS for transport to Sweetwater Hospital. Calls like these are physically demanding and require coordination, manpower, and dedication from multiple agencies working together seamlessly.

A huge thank you to everyone who responded and assisted:

* Conasauga Fire
* Monroe County EMS
* Shawn Reece (USFS)
* Christianburg Fire
* Gudger Fire
* Notchy Creek Fire
* Mount Vernon Fire
* Mutual aid crews from McMinn and Blount Counties

We are incredibly thankful for the teamwork displayed and wish the patient a speedy recovery.

🚨DISCLAIMER🚨

Permission was granted by the patient to share information and photos related to this incident.

📸: The Real Benny Braden @ Rescue Company Media