Pulaski County FRSST

05/28/2026

🚑 EMS Week 2026 🚑

A little late posting this because, well… life has been doing its thing. But appreciation doesn’t expire.

Last week (and every week), we recognize the EMS professionals who show up on people’s hardest days with skill, compassion, calm, and grit. Long hours, missed meals, sleepless nights, difficult calls — and somehow you still answer the next tone.

Thank you to the paramedics, EMTs, and support staff who keep communities safe every single day. Your work matters more than words can say.

To everyone in EMS: we see you, we appreciate you, and we’re grateful for everything you do. ❤️💙

05/16/2026

🚔💙 National Police Week 2026 💙🚔

Pulaski County FRSST proudly joins communities across the nation in honoring the courageous men and women of law enforcement who serve and protect every day.

We recognize the dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment of our local, state, and federal officers who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. We also pause to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their bravery and service will never be forgotten.

To all law enforcement officers and their families — thank you for your strength, professionalism, and continued service to Pulaski County and beyond.

Please join us this in showing appreciation for the heroes behind the badge. 🇺🇸

05/09/2026

The Missouri Department of Public Safety and the Warrior’s Rest Foundation invite Missouri first responders to register to attend a no cost 8-hour MO POST CLEE-certified course "UNDERSTANDING SU***DE IN FIRST RESPONDERS." This is a FREE one-day course offered in four locations around the state in May and June 2026: Springfield, Kansas City, Chesterfield, and Columbia.

The course is designed for first responders who face repeated trauma but must continue to serve without time away. Participants explore the real factors driving su***de risk, including chronic stress, hypervigilance, substance use, and cultural barriers to seeking help. Attendees will learn to respond with confidence and connect others to appropriate care.
REGISTER: https://warriorsrestfoundation.org/events/
For further information, please reach out to Les Martin at [email protected].

05/08/2026

In honor of Correctional Officer's Week, Honey delivered well deserved goodies to the Pulaski County Jail staff!

05/06/2026

This week, we recognize Correctional Officers Week, and here at Pulaski County FRSST, we want to take a moment to shine a light on a group that too often goes unnoticed.

Correctional Officers work behind secure walls, out of the public eye, facing challenges that many will never see or fully understand. Their role is critical to the safety, security, and function of our justice system—yet their dedication is frequently overlooked.

Day in and day out, they maintain order, build structure, and serve with professionalism in an environment that demands constant vigilance, resilience, and strength.

To all Correctional Officers: we see you, we appreciate you, and we thank you for the work you do that often goes unrecognized.

Please join us in acknowledging and supporting these professionals who serve our communities in ways that don’t always make headlines—but absolutely matter.

05/06/2026

Our very own Joe Wilkes got the opportunity to make an appearence on the Midwest Mayhem Podcast.

Joe shares his story of how he became a fire fighter, the challenges he's faced, the family he's gained through his career, and so much more.

Pop over and check it out!

🚨 VOICES OF VALOR – S2/E10 OUT NOW 🚨

It’s live.

We’re honored to introduce Voices of Valor Guest #17 — Joe Wilkes.

With 21 years in the fire service, Joe has seen both the rewards and the realities of the job. Early in his career, a pediatric call had a profound impact—changing how he understood the emotional weight first responders carry.

Instead of burying it… he turned it into purpose.

Joe helped start Pulaski County FRSST (First Responder Stress Support Team), focused on helping first responders navigate stress, trauma, and the mental toll that comes with the job.

This episode dives into: 🔥 The calls that change you
🔥 The mental toll of the fire service
🔥 Supporting your brothers & sisters beyond the scene
🔥 Why these conversations matter

Outside the job, Joe is a husband of 20 years and proud father of four, and that foundation fuels everything he does.

💥 This one is real, raw, and needed.

🎧 LISTEN NOW: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube (In-Studio Video) | iHeartRadio

👉 https://beacons.ai/midwestmayhem25
🌐 http://www.midwestmayhempodcast.com

🎙️ Voices of Valor — Turning Courage Into Conversation

05/06/2026

Honey had the honor of visiting some of our local firefighters to tell them thank you and give them some well deserved snacks. (She did seem to think St. Robert Fire should share theirs 😊)

05/05/2026

Today, on International Firefighters Day, Pulaski County FRSST would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who put their lives on the line every single day.

Your courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting our community do not go unnoticed. Whether responding to emergencies, educating the public, or supporting one another, you exemplify what it means to serve with honor.

Thank you for your sacrifice, your strength, and your unwavering service. We are proud to stand beside you and serve the citizens of Pulaski County together.

Stay safe, and thank you for all that you do. 🚒🔥

04/30/2026

We want to wish our very own Miss Honey a Happy National Therapy Dog Day along with all the therapy dogs out there. Thank you Honey's First Responder Mission for your invaluable support