Yale Volunteer Fire Department

05/11/2026

Day two of highlighting our First Responders ! Our next responder really needs no introduction to the area that he serves.

Responder Highlight: Craig Little, AEMT

Craig Little has been an AEMT for many years, faithfully serving the YJB area and the communities of Yale, Jamaica, and Bagley through his work with the Yale Fire Department. Craig was also part of the original YJB Ambulance service that responded out of Bagley, helping provide critical emergency care to the area. He brings years of experience to every call and plays an important role in helping train and mentor the next generation of EMS providers. The YJB area and the Guthrie County First Responders are truly blessed to have Craig, who is known for his thoroughness, steady leadership, and speedy response when his community needs him most.

05/11/2026

Day 6: Lynnette Little, EMT

Lynnette has been an EMT since 1990, bringing decades of experience, leadership, and dedication to emergency medical services. She served as the Director of Bagley EMS when it became the first Provisional Paramedic-level service in Guthrie County, helping move rural EMS forward in a major way. Lynnette also wrote the grant that brought the first public access defibrillators to every school building and law enforcement vehicle in Guthrie County—an effort that strengthened emergency response across the entire county.
Beyond EMS, Lynnette continues to give back through her volunteer work with several organizations. Her leadership, service, and heart for the community have made a lasting impact, and Guthrie County First Responders are grateful to have her as part of our EMS family. Thank you, Lynnette, for your years of dedication and service! Yale Volunteer Fire Department

04/03/2026

03/25/2026

The outdoor storm sirens will be activated in our communities in both Adair and Guthrie County on Wednesday March 25, 2026 @ 10 A.M. for the Statewide Tornado Drill. 🌪📢

We encourage all residents, businesses, schools and Municipal facilities to participate in this drill by discussing your action plan and then enacting your plan. Everyone is always safer if you know what to do.

02/19/2026

🚨🚒 February 18, 2026 : THE FIRE MARSHAL FINDS THAT CONDITIONS IN ADAIR & GUTHRIE COUNTIES ARE SUCH THAT OPEN BURNING CONSTITUTES A DANGER TO LIFE OR PROPERTY. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED THAT NO PERSON SHALL ENGAGE IN OPEN BURNING IN GUTHRIE OR ADAIR COUNTY, EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY PERMITTED BY IOWA CODE 100.40(3).