Pender Volunteer Fire and Rescue Dept

08/18/2026

🚒 Great Training Night! 🚑

We had a great training last night alongside Thurston Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department & Pender Community Health ER staff.

This training involved a simulated car wreck with multiple patients ranging from young children to adults, giving everyone the opportunity to practice working together in a realistic emergency situation.

It was a great collaboration between our departments and hospital staff, and a valuable opportunity to strengthen communication, teamwork, and patient care. We appreciate everyone who took the time to participate and make this training a success! Big thanks to our amazing actors and actresses!

08/17/2026

08/15/2026

08/14/2026

All sorts of fun activities happening in Thurston this weekend! Go check it out!

🍉🎉 WATERMELON DAYS IS THIS WEEKEND! 🎉🍉

The schedule is packed and we are READY for an awesome weekend in Thurston! 🙌

⛳ Friday night fun kicks things off, and Saturday is loaded with food, games, tournaments, FREE kids activities, the parade, live music & so much more!

Check out the schedule, make your plans, grab your family and friends, and COME JOIN US! ❤️🍉

📅 August 14 & 15
📍 Thurston, Nebraska

Small town. BIG weekend. We can't wait to see you! 🍉❤️

07/27/2026

What an amazing day! ⛳❤️

Thank you to everyone who participated in, sponsored, volunteered for, and supported our Fire Department Golf Tournament. Your generosity and support help us continue serving our community.

We appreciate each and every one of you. See you next year! 🚒

07/21/2026

It may look like a game, but every second on the hose builds confidence, coordination, and teamwork. Another great night of training with the crew! 👩🏻‍🚒🚒🧑🏻‍🚒