Leadership – O.W.L. Volunteer Fire Department

-: Apr, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating a Milestone: Riley Gardner Graduates from Arlington County Fire Department

OWL VFD is proud to recognize Firefighter/EMT Riley Gardner on a major accomplishment—his graduation from the Arlington County Fire Department. This achievement marks an exciting new chapter in ...

-: Mar, 2026 / Melaina Lewis

A Journey of Service: Assistant Chief Kurt Bolland Earns OWL Life Member Status

For Assistant Chief Kurt Bolland, the path to the fire and rescue service began long before he ever donned a uniform. As a child, visits with his aunt and uncle […]

-: Dec, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Rising to New Heights: Firefighter/EMT Rich Lawson Achieves Truck/Tower Certification

OWL VFD proudly congratulates Firefighter/EMT Rich Lawson on recently earning the required certifications and completing training to staff as a Truck/Tower Firefighter. This achievement adds to ...

-: Nov, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Cadets Complete Final Burns and Move Closer to Fire Academy Graduation

OWL proudly congratulates Cadets Kody Barbier and John Klapperich for successfully completing their final burns—a major milestone in firefighter training and one of the most demanding components ...

-: Oct, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Celebrating Community and Service at OWL VFD’s Annual Open House

Each year, the OWL Volunteer Fire Department opens its doors to the community not only to showcase the incredible work our volunteers do, but to strengthen the bond between our […]

-: Sep, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Congratulations to Rescue Chief Sandra Williams on Her ALS Endorsement!

OWL VFD is proud to announce that Rescue Chief Sandra Williams has earned the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System Operational Medical Director’s Advanced Life Support (ALS) endorsement ...

-: Sep, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders

At OWL, leadership is more than a title—it’s about versatility, confidence, and the ability to step up when the community needs us most. That philosophy is at the heart of […]

-: Jul, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

Excellence in Action: OWL Members Achieve Major Milestones in Fire and EMS Training

At OWL Volunteer Fire Department, we celebrate not just the calls we answer, but the dedication, training, and personal growth of the people who answer them. Our members are constantly […]

-: Apr, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Recognizes Newly Elected Auxiliary Board

During OWL VFD’s annual Installation Banquet, the elected Auxiliary officers were ceremonially sworn in, marking the start of their dedicated service to the department and community. This ...

-: Apr, 2025 / Melaina Lewis

OWL Celebrates Outstanding Volunteers & Service

At the recent annual Officers Installation Banquet of the OWL Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD), a heartfelt celebration took place to honor the exceptional service of our dedicated volunteers. ...