Poplar Springs Fire Service Area

This past weekend our department was invited to the Fire-Rescue Conference to accept the Fire Safe SC award. The is our 6th year in a row to earn this certification! These guys work hard all year to cultivate partnerships with local businesses, advance public education, and enhance our in-house knowledge of community risk reduction. Huge shout out to all the full-time, part-time, and volunteer members who help to make this possible year after year!

Please join us as we remember and honor Lee Steele and Monty Harmon on the 30th anniversary of their Line of Duty Deaths. The Poplar Springs Fire Department will be hosting a drop-in gathering for anyone who would like to stop by, share memories, and pay their respects. There will be no formal memorial service, just an opportunity for fellowship and remembrance among family, friends, fellow firefighters, and members of the community.

Poplar Springs Fire Department 3400 Moore Duncan Highway

June 23, 2026

Drop in anytime from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Refreshments will be provided.

Thirty years later, the sacrifice and dedication of Lee and Monty continue to be remembered by those whose lives they touched. We invite you to stop by as we honor their legacy and ensure they are never forgotten.
Never Forget.

SCLEAP Chaplains Training completed month 14 of our Public Safety Chaplaincy Training today.

Our Chaplain (Ken McCarter) was in attendance for the class

The presenters provided training on a variety of subjects over the 2 days

Adam L. Whitsett, General Counsel
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division
“Public Safety Chaplaincy and The Law”

Laurie Putnam, Chapter & Survivor Support Director C.O.P.S. National Office
Mike and Melita Whitfield, President, Carolina COPS
“Benefits for LODD, Su***de (SC COPS)”

Kristy Ledford, LPC, CTP. Clinical Director, Valor Station
“Addiction Overview”

Heather M. Moore, Esq., Attorney and Counselor at Law, Axelrod & Associates, P.A.
“Divorce and Divorce Law in SC”

Rev. Johnny Bush, ACPE Certified Pastoral Educator & ACPE National Faculty, Sr. Pastor – Gunter’s Chapel Baptist Church
“Clinical Pastoral Education Overview”

Rev. Dr. Aaron Griffith, Duke Divinity School
"A Wall of Separation? Church, State, and Chaplaincy in the United States”

Training this week is focusing on sharpening our skills with hands-on training in proper victim removal techniques. This ensures we stay ready to operate safely and efficiently when it matters most.

Last Thursday, , the employee-run charity committee at our plant site in Duncan, S.C., presented a check for $4,250.00 to Poplar Springs Fire Department.

This contribution reflects our continued commitment to supporting the local first responders who serve and protect our community each day. The men and women of Poplar Springs Fire Department exemplify dedication, courage and selflessness. We are proud to support their important work.

"We are incredibly grateful for this donation," said Deputy Chief Jamie Phillips. "The money will go toward training, equipment and other necessary items that help us continue serving our community safely and effectively."

We thank all of our employees who contributed to our recent fundraising efforts. Your generosity helps strengthen the organizations that make a meaningful difference right here in our community.

Thank You for all who have sacrificed

Our Spring Open House was a success🥳 Huge shout out to Drink Milo's for the delicious tea and lemonade! Also thank you to our local American Red Cross for helping to educate the community 🚒 We'll see you all again in the Fall!

The Poplar Springs Board of Directors' will hold their regularly scheduled meeting Monday May 11, 2026 at 6pm. This meeting will be located at Station One Training Room, 3400 Moore Duncan Hwy. This meeting is open to the public. This meeting will include the first reading of the 26/27 FY budget.