The Village of Whispering Pines announced Logan Felder as the firefighter and employee of the year.
On Dec. 7, 2024, Fire Chief Rich Lambdin recognized Felder as the 2024 Firefighter of the Year. On Jan. 8, Village Manager John DeMasi recognized Felder as the 2024 Employee of the Year, said the Village on its website.
In September 2024, Western North Carolina was devastated by the effects of Hurricane Helene.
In October 2024, Felder voluntarily deployed as part of a five-person team of firefighters from the Southern Pines, Aberdeen, and Pinehurst Fire departments, said the Village.
The team was assigned to the Old Fort Fire Department, located east of Asheville. Throughout the weeklong deployment, the team worked 15-hour days, conducting various operations, including road clearing, tree removal, support of distribution centers, and response to emergency medical and fire calls.
“Logan’s initiative to volunteer for this assignment and his actions throughout the deployment are to be commended,” said the Village.
The Whispering Pines Fire Department also announced on its social media page on Dec. 8, 2024, the names of other firefighters recognized in 2024.
Officer of the Year – Doug McCumber
Member of the Year -Jim Reynolds
Most Training Hours – Scottie Scott
Most Calls Answered – Doug McCumber
Most Collateral Duty Hours – Mike Boyle and Scottie Scott
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