Lake City Fire Department
Firemen: Dance was resounding success thanks to community
Jul 15, 2026
This year’s annual Fireman’s Dance proved to be a resounding success, bringing together neighbors, families, and supporters from all over the area for an evening of music, dancing, and community spirit. The event served not only as a celebration of our local fire department but also as an...
Cerwinske wins Fire Department raffle grand prize
Jul 15, 2026
The Lake City Fire Department announced the winners of its Fireman's Dance raffle. Prizes were donated by businesses.
1. Truck - Sue Cerwinske
2. $1,500 - Sandra Leonard
3. $1,000 - Lee Meldrim
4. $1,000 - Chase Balzum
5. $500 - Bob Cerwinske
6. $500 - Cindy Richardson
7. $500 - Jodi Corrigan
8. $...
Lake City Ford owner continues tradition of donating a vehicle for Firemen’s Dance raffle
Jul 1, 2026
Lake City Ford owner Daraius Mistry is continuing a tradition of local auto dealers donating a vehicle to be the grand prize of the Lake City Fireman’s Dance raffle that spans decades. This year the vehicle is a silver 2002 Ford F150 pickup with a V-8 engine. “I’m so proud to continue the tradition...
Red Wing Legion donates $4,000 to LCFD
Jul 1, 2026
Red Wing American Legion Leo C. Peterson Post 54 Commander Gregg Kirkland (right) presents Lake City Fire Department Captain Matt Herzig with a $4,000 check for the department’s fundraiser.
Another weekend brimming with activity with Fireman’s Dance, Fourth of July, and more
Jul 1, 2026
Hope you are ready for another big weekend for local events because there is a lot planned. Let’s get into it.
Fireman’s Dance
The 128th annual Lake City Fireman’s Dance is Friday, July 3, at the Lake City fire hall from 3 p.m. until midnight.
The annual fire department fundraiser features live...
Fireman’s Dance pre-party is July 2
Jun 24, 2026
The 128th annual Lake City Fire Department Fireman’s Dance is Friday, July 3. Festivities begin at 3 p.m. with a bean bag tournament, kids activities, and live music by Larry’s Drifters. The music continues throughout the night with The Indecisions taking the stage from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and...
Jim Huettl named Honorary Firefighter
Jun 3, 2026
Jim Huettl received a rare honor from the Lake City Fire Department on May 28.
Huettl, who owns Huettl’s Meats in Lake City, became the department’s ninth Honorary Firefighter.
An invitation signed by active, retired, and honorary members of the department reads, in part: “This recognition is...
Fire boat sinks somewhat after bilge pump fails
May 27, 2026
A faulty bilge pump put the Lake City Fire and Rescue boat out of service temporarily this week.
An overnight bilge pump outage caused the boat to take on water and partially sink in its berth Tuesday morning at the Lake City Marina, according to Lake City Fire Chief Dan Patterson.
None of the...
Lake City Sportsman’s Club contributes $3,000 for new dry suits for Lake City firefighters
May 27, 2026
The Lake City Sportsman’s Club (LCSC) recently presented $3,000 of support to the Lake City Fire Department to help purchase new dry suits for water rescues. At the recent LCSC meeting, the firefighters provided a demonstration of putting on the suits and explained their purpose and use in the Lake...
Future firefighter attends first training
May 6, 2026
Ten-year-old Weston Bartsh didn’t always plan on becoming a firefighter. That changed on a cold day in February when he and his mom, Elizabeth Potter, were on a walk. Weston witnessed the Lake City Fire Department (LCFD) responding to a critical house fire.
Moved by their hard work, Weston turned...
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