Cornbelt Fire Protection District

09/01/2026

𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗩𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗘

Cornbelt Fire Protection District responded to 178 emergency incidents in August, averaging 5.7 calls per day.

During that same month, our personnel completed more than 500 hours of training, continually preparing to provide the highest level of service when our community calls.

Every one of those calls represents a resident, business, or visitor who needed help:
A responsibility we take seriously.

As our community continues to grow, we remain committed to growing with it and providing highly trained, professional emergency services to the people we serve.

𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬

08/17/2026

08/12/2026

The driver has been taken to an area hospital for medical evaluation "out of an abundance of caution," the Champaign Police Department said.

08/05/2026

📢 Today's the Day!
Applications for the Full-Time EMT-Basic position with the Cornbelt Fire Protection District close today at 5:00 PM.
This is your chance to make a difference every day while working alongside a dedicated team serving the Mahomet community.
🚑 One position available for immediate hire.
Don't miss out. Apply before the deadline: 🌐 www.cornbeltfire.com

07/24/2026

Nearly 50 calls for service: All part of serving our community.

Last week, the members of the Cornbelt Fire Protection District responded to 49 calls for service throughout our community. Weeks like this have become increasingly common as the area we serve continues to grow.

From a working fire and medical emergencies to motor vehicle accidents, fire alarms, dive rescue calls, and other service requests, our members responded whenever they were needed.

Thank you to every member of the Cornbelt Fire Protection District for your continued commitment to serving our community.

To the residents we are privileged to serve, thank you for your trust and support. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve this community every day.

07/22/2026

🚑 NOW HIRING: Full-Time EMT-Basic 🚑

Join the Cornbelt Fire Protection District and make a difference every day! We’re seeking one full-time Emergency Medical Technician-Basic to serve on our ALS transport ambulance team.

What we offer:
✅ 24/48 work schedule
✅ Competitive salary
✅ Healthcare benefits
✅ 457 retirement plan
✅ Paid time off
✅ Shift trade opportunities
✅ Opportunity to serve a growing community alongside a dedicated team

Minimum qualifications include:
• Illinois or National Registry EMT-Basic certification
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification
• Valid driver’s license (or ability to obtain one)
• Ability to pass a physical and background check

🗓 Application Deadline: August 5th at 5:00

Apply today at: www.cornbeltfire.com

Become part of a department committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.

07/21/2026

Monday night, your Cornbelt firefighters spent time training on working fire incidents. From initial size-up and strategy to coordinated fire attack, search, ventilation, and command, our members continue to sharpen the skills that matter most when the call is real.

Every hour spent training builds confidence, strengthens teamwork, and prepares us to make good decisions under pressure. We hope those skills are never needed, but if they are, our community deserves firefighters who are ready.

Thank you to our firefighters for their commitment to excellence and to the residents of the Cornbelt Fire Protection District for your continued trust and support. It is because of your support that we are able to invest the time, training, and equipment necessary to serve this community with pride.