The City of Asheboro recently conducted a live burn on a donated structure, and we were proud to have a crew from Franklinville Fire Department  invited to take part. Live fire training like this is invaluable. It gives firefighters real-world experience you simply can’t replicate in a classroom—fire behavior, heat conditions, coordination, and decision-making under pressure. These opportunities sharpen skills and make us better prepared to protect our community when it matters most. A big...

When Franklinville, Randleman, and Asheboro firefighters train together, it isn’t just about checking boxes — it’s about preparing for the moments that test every ounce of skill and grit a firefighter has. Live-fire conditions force crews to navigate smoke-filled, unfamiliar spaces where visibility is nearly zero, heat is punishing, and every decision carries weight. That’s exactly why evolutions like vent-enter-search training are so critical. Lives can depend on firefighters who can make...

On Saturday, 11/22, around 11:00am, C-Shift was dispatched to a MVA on US HWY 64 E & Andrew Hunter Rd. Callers advised this would be a rear end collision between a Chrysler 300 and Blue Chevy Impala. Units remained on-scene for approximately 1hr and cleared the scene at 12:02.