Mishawaka Fire IAFF Local 360

06/10/2026

The amount of daily awesomeness this department and Local puts out is absolutely extraordinary! The dedication, professionalism, and commitment of our members never cease to amaze me.

Ben Higgins
President, Mishawaka Professional Firefighters Local 360

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from Mishawaka Local 360 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness secured the freedoms we enjoy every day. As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us take a moment to reflect on those who never made it home and the families who continue to carry their legacy.

From all of us at Mishawaka Firefighters Local 360, we extend our deepest gratitude to our fallen heroes and their loved ones.

05/23/2026

The members of Local 360 are thinking of Deputy Jon Samuelson, his family, and our brothers and sisters at the La Porte County Sheriff's Office during this difficult time. We stand in support of Deputy Samuelson and wish him strength and healing in the days ahead.

𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟 𝐑𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐝 𝐂. 𝐇𝐞𝐞𝐠…

“La Porte County friends and neighbors, we are asking for our community to rise up, rally together, and lift Deputy Jon Samuelson and his family in prayer and support during this incredibly challenging time.

Now more than ever, we need our residents across the county to stand together in strength, faith, and support for one of our own. Deputy Samuelson has dedicated his life to serving and protecting this county, and we ask everyone now to stand beside him and his loved ones with prayer and solidarity.

Please keep Jon, his family, and the entire LCSO law enforcement community in your thoughts and prayers.”

05/19/2026

We’re excited to share that Mishawaka Fire IAFF Local 360 is now officially part of Project Fire Buddies!

This partnership will allow us to continue giving back to the community in a meaningful way and help create special moments for children and families right here in Mishawaka.

We’re looking forward to what’s ahead and appreciate the warm welcome from the Project Fire Buddies family!

05/18/2026

We’re proud to support an incredible mission like Honor Flight Chicago for the second year in a row.

Throughout the month of May, Mishawaka Fire IAFF Local 360 members proudly wore these special shirts on duty to help raise funds for Honor Flight Chicago and the veterans they serve.

A special thank you to Brother Alek Escobedo for spearheading this year’s campaign and continuing to make a difference for our veterans and their families.

Thank you to everyone who purchased a shirt and supported this cause. We appreciate the partnership with Honor Flight Chicago and look forward to continuing to give back.

A huge thank you to Mishawaka Fire IAFF Local 360, which for the second-straight year raised funds for our mission through the design and sale of a special t-shirt.

Pictured with co-Director Doug Meffley is Mishawaka firefighter and Navy Veteran Alek Escobedo, who has flown as Guardian for two different family members in recent years and spearheaded the t-shirt campaign.

05/16/2026

The members of Mishawaka Firefighters Local 360 extend our deepest condolences to everyone affected by the tragic lumber mill explosion and fire in Waldo County, Maine.

We are thinking of the fallen firefighter’s family, the injured firefighters and workers, many of whom remain in serious to critical condition, and all responding agencies during this difficult time. Incidents like this are a powerful reminder of the risks first responders and industrial workers face every day.

From Indiana to Maine, the fire service stands united in support of our brothers and sisters.