Mount Airy Rescue Squad

05/30/2026

Today, our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of Deputy Logan Utt, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Logan was more than a deputy. He was a dedicated public servant, a brother in emergency services, and a former firefighter with the Mount Airy Fire Department. Throughout the years, our members had the privilege of working alongside Logan on countless incidents, trainings, and community events. His commitment to serving others was evident in everything he did, and his impact on this community will never be forgotten.

The loss of a public servant is felt far beyond the badge or uniform. It is felt by every first responder who stood beside him, every citizen he protected, every friend who knew him, and most importantly, by the family who loved him.

On behalf of the officers, members, Board of Directors, and Auxiliary of the Mount Airy Rescue Squad, we extend our deepest condolences to Deputy Utt’s family, the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, the Mount Airy Fire Department, and all of his friends and coworkers during this incredibly difficult time.

Please keep everyone affected by this tragic loss in your thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. We also ask that you keep the men and women of law enforcement in your prayers as they work tirelessly and courageously to locate the suspect responsible for this senseless act. May they be granted strength, wisdom, protection, and resolve as they seek justice for their fallen brother.

Rest easy, Deputy Utt. Your watch may have ended, but your service, sacrifice, and legacy will never be forgotten.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women of our United States Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy each day and reminds us that liberty has never been free.

As responders, we understand the meaning of service, commitment, and answering the call. Today, we stand in gratitude for those who answered a far greater one.

From all of us at Mount Airy Rescue Squad, THANK YOU to our fallen heroes and to the families who continue to carry their legacy.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 2026 🇺🇸

05/05/2026

🚨 Community Night is THIS Friday! 🚨

Join us on Main Street in Mount Airy for a great evening with your local responders! This is your chance to see what we do and connect with the people who serve this community every day.

👋 Meet your responders
🚑 Check out and touch our trucks and equipment
🔥 Watch a LIVE rescue demonstration
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family for a fun, interactive night

We are proud to serve this community, and events like this give us the opportunity to connect outside of emergency calls. You might even find yourself inspired to join the next generation of rescuers.

📍 We will see you Friday on Main Street!

05/05/2026

What an incredible day for the Mount Airy Rescue Squad!

On March 14th, we proudly celebrated 65 years of service to our community along with our Truck Dedication Ceremony, and it was truly something special.

It meant a lot to have so many former members and retirees join us, including five past Chiefs who helped build the foundation of who we are today. Seeing those generations come together was a powerful reminder of how far we’ve come!

We were honored to welcome Congresswoman Virginia Foxx, North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey, and Commander of the North Carolina Association of Rescue & EMS Josh Shumate, along with several local dignitaries.

Both Congresswoman Foxx and Commander Shumate presented special recognitions honoring our 65 years of service, which made the day even more meaningful! 🇺🇸

A major highlight was Commissioner Causey presenting the Order of the Guardian Award to Dan Speight, Tim Eldridge, and Rachel Eldridge.
This is one of North Carolina’s highest honors in public safety, recognizing 40+ years of dedicated service to the citizens of our state. An incredible and well-deserved recognition!

We also proudly dedicated our new rescue truck to Betty Riggs.
Her generosity and belief in our mission made this truck and its life-saving equipment possible. Her impact will be felt every time this truck rolls out the door.

One of the most meaningful moments of the day was when our community gathered around the truck, laid hands on it, and prayed over it. Praying for the safety of our members and many years of service to the people we love.

Thank you to everyone who came out, supported us, and continues to stand behind what we do. This was a great day for our community to see who we are, what we do, and how we’ve grown over the last 65 years.

A HUGE THANK YOU to our 65th Anniversary Committee for organizing and making this event one for the books!

Here’s to continuing the mission for many years to come! 🚑


NC Association of Rescue and EMS, Inc.
NC Department of Insurance
Rep. Virginia Foxx
Joshua Shumate

04/14/2026

Today we had the pleasure of hosting our friends from Yadkin County Emergency Communications for a site visit here at Mount Airy Rescue Squad!

We were proud to welcome Supervisor Dylan Hutchens and Telecommunicator Jacob Williams to Mayberry. They came up to see how we operate in Surry County, from our day to day functions to the full scope of our capabilities and how our public safety system is structured. These kinds of visits are incredibly valuable because they give all of us the opportunity to learn, grow, and continue building stronger systems for the communities we serve.

One thing that always stands out in conversations like this is the importance of mutual aid. Did you know that we work alongside every county around us when needed or requested? Even the ones in Virginia! While those calls are not an everyday occurrence, when they do happen they are often high priority situations where teamwork, trust, and communication matter the most. That is where relationships like these make all the difference.

Strong relationships lead to stronger responses. When you know the people on the other end of the radio, when you have trained together, and built that mutual respect, the job gets done more efficiently and effectively. That is what brotherhood in public safety is all about.

We cannot say enough great things about what Yadkin County Emergency Communications is building. As the first point of contact for those dialing 911, they play a critical role in every emergency response. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to serving their community are evident in everything they do.

And of course, no visit to Mayberry would be complete without a stop at a local favorite. We made sure they got the full experience with a famous pork chop sandwich from Snappy Lunch!

Thank you all again for coming up and spending time with us. We appreciate the partnership, the friendships, and the shared mission of serving our communities at the highest level.

Welcome to Mayberry, and we look forward to having you back again soon!

04/01/2026

🚨 It’s that time of year again… our Annual Letter Fundraiser is underway! 🚨

If you own property within our district, you should have received a letter in the mail asking for your support. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and it plays a critical role in keeping your rescue squad up and running.

Here’s the honest truth… we are not a tax-based organization. That means we rely heavily on donations from our community to fund our operations and equipment so we can continue to serve you when you need us most.

And since it’s April 1st… no, this is NOT an April Fools joke. 😅
But seriously… without your support, agencies like ours simply cannot continue to exist.

If you didn’t receive a letter but would still like to support us, you can:
📬 Mail a check to:
Mount Airy Rescue Squad
P.O. Box 1053
Mount Airy, NC 27030

💻 Or donate securely online:
PayPal.me/mountairyrescuesquad

We are incredibly grateful for the continued support from our community. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.

And a big thank you to the The Mount Airy News for the recent article and for always showing our agency in a positive light. We truly appreciate it!

❤️ We volunteer to serve.

https://www.mtairynews.com/news/squad-launches-appeal-for-funds/article_db7b4323-6ac9-45b2-82ab-5e7387e048e3.html

Go to paypal.me/MountAiryRescueSquad and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it's easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.

03/19/2026

🚑 We’re up and at it early this morning! 🚑

The Mount Airy Rescue Squad is proud to be set up at the Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce Student Career Day & Job Expo at Surry Community College!

Our members showed up early, ready to represent, connect, and hopefully recruit the next generation of rescuers. That kind of dedication speaks volumes about the heart of this organization. 💪

If you’ve ever thought about getting involved in emergency services, giving back to your community, or just want to see what we’re all about, come by and see us! We’re set up in the gym until 12:00 PM.

This is your chance to check out what we do, ask questions, and maybe even find your place on our team. The future of our agency starts with people just like you!

👏 Huge thank you to the Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce for the invitation and for supporting opportunities like this for our community.

Come see us. We’d love to meet you! 🚨

03/11/2026

🚨 New Rescue UTV Now In Service 🚨

Mount Airy Rescue Squad is proud to announce that our new rescue UTV is officially in service, greatly enhancing our ability to reach patients and operate in off road and difficult terrain environments throughout our district and beyond.

This project began when City Manager Darren Lewis reached out to inform us of a grant opportunity through the North Carolina Community Foundation and its local affiliate, the Mount Airy/Surry County Community Foundation. After learning about the opportunity, we formed a committee to research replacement options for our 20+ year old machine.

The committee evaluated several UTV platforms using guidelines based on what we currently need, what we have needed in the past, and what we anticipate needing in the future based on previous calls for service. The need was clear following our deployment to western North Carolina during Hurricane Helene, where our aging unit sustained significant damage while operating in extremely rough terrain.

Thanks to the generosity of the community foundation grant and support from our Mount Airy Rescue Squad Auxiliary fundraising efforts, this new machine was purchased without using any money from our general operating fund. The lights and emergency equipment were also funded through grants to ensure we were stretching every dollar as far as possible.

This project truly took a team effort and we would like to thank:

• The City of Mount Airy, NC - City Manager Darren Lewis
• Mount Airy Rescue Squad Auxiliary
• Mt.Airy Yamaha Suzuki Polaris – Justin Gammons
• Mighty Communications – Josh & Carter Utt
• BP Custom Fabrication – Russell Spivey
• Copperhead Graphics – Reeven

Because of the support of our community and partners, Mount Airy Rescue Squad continues to strengthen our ability to serve the citizens of our district and assist across North Carolina when disasters strike.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this project possible.

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03/03/2026

🚑❤️ Community First. Always. ❤️🚑

This week, the members of Mount Airy Rescue Squad gathered for our annual CPR recertification class. It was more than just checking a box. It was about sharpening lifesaving skills that directly impact our neighbors, friends, and families right here at home.

According to the American Heart Association, nearly 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of hospitals each year in the United States. Immediate CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival. Early recognition and early, high-quality chest compressions truly make the difference between life and loss.

That is why we train. And then we train again.

Our team reviewed and practiced the new 2025 CPR guideline updates to ensure we remain ready to serve the citizens of Mount Airy, Surry County, and wherever an emergency cardiac arrest may occur. When the call drops, preparation matters.

A special thank you to our in-house certified American Heart Association CPR instructors:
Lt. Lance Earley
Chief Corey Scearce
Assistant Chief Nathan Webb
Kathryn Freed

The countless lives you touch indirectly through your instruction is remarkable. Every provider you train becomes another link in the chain of survival for our community.

At Mount Airy Rescue Squad, we believe strong communities are built on preparedness, teamwork, and neighbors helping neighbors. Thank you for trusting us to serve.

02/19/2026

🎉 Celebrating 65 Years of Service 🎉

The Mount Airy Rescue Squad is proud to invite our community to celebrate a major milestone, our 65th Anniversary Celebration and New Rescue Truck Dedication.

📅 March 14, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Mount Airy Rescue Squad

This day is about honoring 65 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Mount Airy and surrounding communities, recognizing the volunteers, staff, and supporters who made it possible, and looking forward to the future of rescue services in our area.

The event will include:
• Special remarks
• A new rescue truck dedication
• Extrication demonstration
• Kid-friendly activities for families

We are incredibly proud of our history and grateful for the continued support of our community. We hope you will join us as we celebrate the past, present, and future of the Mount Airy Rescue Squad!