Ashland Fire Department

08/21/2026

08/13/2026

Are you ready for a fun night of fire fighting? This is our third year of Fire Friday, and we can't wait to show you what we've planned!

08/06/2026

This past weekend the Kentucky Fire Association Convention was held in the City of Ashland. Four days of information, service and fun. Firefighters active and retired along with their families came to our city from across the state. The conference even hosted a representative from Virginia State Firefighters Association as we try to branch out across state lines to share goals and information.

The conference was hosted by the Eastern Kentucky Firefighters Association which the Ashland Fire Department is a proud active member of. This convention was the culmination of 4 years of work and fundraising to cover costs of the convention.

Saturday started off with a presentation by Jon Ferguson, General Manager of ServPro, on the trauma of a fire and the aftermath. Then, comedian and public speaker Salty Paramedic gave an entertaining and interactive presentation on first responder mental health and burnout prevention based on his real paramedic experience.

On Sunday, the KFA Memorial Service was held at Legacy Church honoring those firefighters lost within the last year. Chief Alley and Deputy Chief McKenzie placed a flower for the two retired Ashland firefighters, Jeff Slone and Michael Hale, who had passed away.

Business meetings were held Monday and Tuesday mornings at the Venue in Russell and then they were off to enjoy activities in Ashland and the surrounding area. The golf outing was held at the Bellefonte Country Club, a Ladies Luncheon and Fashion show was held at the Ashland Transportation Center, and attendees enjoyed axe throwing, bull riding, mini golf, casino, and bowling at the Camp Landing Entertainment District. The Ashland Fire Department hosted an event at the Highland’s Museum and Discovery Center, and the ladies enjoyed a friendly, competitive game of trivia.

On Tuesday evening, the President’s Banquet & Hall of Fame Presentation was held at the Venue, in Russell, ending the conference festivities. Past KFA President and Russell Fire Chief Billy Selvage and Past KFA Treasurer Duane Suttles of the Grayson Fire Department, posthumously, were inducted into the KFA Hall of Fame.

The Ashland Fire Department would like to thank Kevin Busick and Kent Morrison of ServPro for donating snacks for the duration of the conference.

07/25/2026

Fun in the sun at Dawson Pool!

07/03/2026

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation's independence, we hope everyone has a safe, fun, and memorable Fourth of July with family and friends.

Join us for Ashland's Summer Motion celebration:
🎶 July 3 & 4 – Summer Motion concerts on the Riverfront Gates open at 4pm and Concerts start at 7:30
🎆 July 4 – Downtown Parade beginning at 1:00 PM on Carter and Central AVE

Whether you're enjoying the music, cheering on the parade, or watching fireworks, please celebrate responsibly and help us keep our community safe.

From all of us at the Ashland Fire Department, thank you for your continued support. Have a safe and Happy Fourth of July—we hope to see you at Summer Motion and the parade!

07/03/2026

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 3 at 9:47AM EDT until July 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV

Greenup, Carter, Boyd, Lawrence, Perry, Morgan, Athens, Washington, Jackson, Vinton, Meigs, Gallia, Lawrence, Wayne, Cabell, Mason, Jackson, Wood, Pleasants, Tyler, Lincoln, Putnam, Kanawha, Roane, Wirt, Calhoun, Ritchie, Doddridge, Mingo, Logan, Boone, Clay, Braxton, Gilmer, Lewis, Harrison

Issued: Jul 3, 2026 at 09:47

Until: Jul 3, 2026 at 18:00

Source: NWS Charleston WV

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106.

* WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northern, southern, and western West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

07/02/2026

Come by the AFD tent and cool off and grab some cold water and enjoy your evening at Summer Motion. We are here to help your night be fun and safe.

07/02/2026

Celebrate Independence Day with a spectacular professional display of lights and colors that will leave you in awe. Take your family and friends to enjoy unforgettable patriotic events as they light up the sky.

July 3rd @ 9:45 City of Greenup
July 4th @ approximately 9:45 City of Catlettsburg
July 4th @ 10:15 Summer Motion (Ashland Riverfront)

Have a safe 4th of July!