Cannon County EMS

03/26/2026

Cannon County EMS is strengthening its emergency response capabilities in the communities!

Over the past two months, Cannon County EMS proudly hosted and instructed an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Course at the Adams Memorial Library. This comprehensive program provided participants with extensive pre-hospital emergency medical training, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue certification through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) as well as the State of Tennessee Department of Health Division of EMS.
This course represented many hours of hands-on and classroom instruction, preparing a new group of responders to serve their community in their critical moments of need.

In addition to training, Cannon County EMS secured a grant through the Tennessee Department of Health to enhance emergency preparedness across the county. These funds were used to purchase new emergency response equipment to outfit both newly trained and current EMRs serving in volunteer departments. The upgraded gear includes new Zoll AEDs and fully stocked medical response bags equipped with oxygen.

These EMRs serve as vital members of the Cannon County Fire Department, Auburntown Fire Department, Woodbury Fire Dept, and the Cannon County Rescue Squad. Their response plays a crucial role in improving response times—especially in rural areas of Cannon County where EMS units may face longer travel distances.

With the addition of highly trained responders and modern lifesaving equipment, Cannon County is better prepared than ever. These advancements ensure that both residents and visitors can receive rapid, effective care when emergencies arise, ultimately strengthening the safety and well-being of the entire community.

03/01/2026

🚑🎉 Congratulations to the Cannon County EMR Class of 2026! 🎉🚑

Huge congratulations to our newest Emergency Medical Responders on successfully completing the EMR course! This two-month program took serious dedication, long hours of studying, and hands-on skills training—and every one of you rose to the challenge.

This class brought together personnel from the Cannon County Fire Department, Auburntown Fire Department, Woodbury Fire Department, Cannon County 911 Dispatch, and the Cannon County Rescue Squad—a true team effort across our county’s first responder family.

These responders will soon be providing critical emergency medical care throughout the communities of Cannon County, helping ensure rapid response and high-quality care for both citizens and visitors of our beautiful county.

We’re proud of the hard work you put in and grateful for your commitment to serving others. This achievement makes our community safer and stronger. Well done! 👏🚨

Congratulations to all the county responders for completing their EMR program, today was the final day of a 2 month long class under the direction of Cannon County EMS director Justin Harris. The AVFD had 3 members complete the class today and are ready to move on to the National Registry Exam to become certified Emergency Medical Responders they are Colton Tuck, Ryan Tramel and Chris Singleton. Take a moment to congratulate them and wish them and all the other responders luck in the next step of this process! We would also like to say Thank You to Director Harris and his team for making this class happen and taking time from their personal schedules to be there and make sure all these responders have the tools they need to succeed in obtaining their certification.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we cherish every day.

To every veteran and their families — thank you for your service, your strength, and your unwavering commitment to our nation. We honor you not just today, but every day.

11/08/2025

We extend our deepest prayers to the crews, families, and friends of Vanderbilt LifeFlight 1, which tragically crashed today in Wilson County.

Our hearts are with the entire Vanderbilt LifeFlight team and all those affected by this tragic accident.

10/31/2025

Bring your trick or treaters by Cannon County Ambulance Service for some sweet treats and to see the ambulance.

09/24/2025

Cannon County EMS is heartbroken by the sudden passing of one of our own, Karen Ashford—a devoted 911 Dispatcher, County Commissioner, and cherished community pillar.

For many years, Karen’s steady voice guided first responders through moments of crisis. Her calm presence on the other end of the line was often the first lifeline for those in need, and her dedication to Cannon County embodied the very best of public service.

Beyond her dispatch console, Karen continued to serve as a County Commissioner, where her voice was equally steady—always advocating for the people of Cannon County with passion, fairness, and compassion. She believed in the strength of our community and worked tirelessly to see it grow and thrive.

But more than titles or roles, Karen was a true friend and neighbor. She was someone who gave of herself freely, who lifted others in times of need, and whose presence brought comfort and encouragement.

Her loss leaves a void that cannot be filled. Cannon County has not only lost a public servant, but a beloved member of our community. Her legacy will live on in the countless lives she touched—through her work, her leadership, and her unwavering kindness.

To honor Karen is to honor a life of service, love, and devotion to her county and its people. May we carry forward her example, and may her memory forever be a blessing to Cannon County.

Rest easy, Karen. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

08/04/2025

08/01/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Critical Care Paramedic Jeremiah Partin! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Jeremiah Partin for receiving the “Excellence in Teaching” award at the 2025 Tennessee EMS Education Association Conference!

Jeremiah serves as a Critical Care Paramedic at Cannon County EMS and also serves as our Continuing Education Instructor/Coordinator. In addition to his work with CCEMS, he is the Director of EMS Education at Volunteer State Community College, where his dedication to shaping the next generation of EMS professionals continues to make a lasting impact.

This award is a testament to his passion for education, commitment to excellence, and unwavering service to both students and the EMS community. Well done, Jeremiah — your CCEMS family is proud of you!