City of Bloomington, IN - Fire Department

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, we recognize the strength, resilience, and dedication of American workers.

Across Indiana, our fire fighters, EMTs, paramedics, and 911 Telecommunicators stand shoulder to shoulder every day, answering the call and protecting their communities with courage and compassion.

Their commitment to serving others represents the true spirit of labor: strength in service and unity in purpose.

Happy Labor Day to all who work hard to make our communities stronger.

09/03/2026

Lieutenant pinning day at BFD!

Red Shift came together at Station 1 to celebrate their newest Red Shift Lieutenants.

Congratulations to Lt. Sean O'Neal (pinned by his son, Jackson), Lt. Seth Staggs (pinned by his wife, Amanda Staggs ) and Lt. Loren M Vandagrifft (pinned by his Grandfather, Retired IFD Lt. Loren Vandagrifft).

Memorable moments like these, make for life long memories. ♥️

09/03/2026

Please join us at IVY Tech for breakfast and the 9/11 ceremony.
Never forget....💙

08/30/2026

The BFD would like to Congratulate Marine Private Layton Hutchinson on his completion of boot camp at Parris Island, SC.
Layton's father, Chauffeur Bryan Hutchinson, has been a member of the BFD Family since June 5th, 2006...and Layton, well, all of his life! ♥️
Congratulations, Layton, we are very proud of you!
Stay safe!

08/28/2026

It’s that time of year! Golfing and fun for a great cause. Get signed up today for the 2026 Bob Loviscek Shop With a Firefighter Golf Scramble! Plenty of sponsorship and participation spots available. Sign up via QR code on the flyer or at local586.com. All proceeds will benefit our Shop With a Firefighter program and other fundraising initiatives. We look forward to seeing everyone on the course!

08/27/2026

This week BFD finished their annual physicals with a new addition---ultrasound scans from United Diagnostic Services (UDS), facilitated by Ascension St. Vincent's Public Safety Medical. These scans cover multiple body systems and solid organs from the neck to the pelvis. With firefighters at an increased risk of a variety of cancers, these scans may very well detect abnormalities early, when treatment gives better outcomes! Pictured below: Dawnli, from UDS; Andy Hubbard, from PSM, and Deputy Chief Max Liwin.

08/27/2026

Yesterday, BFD's Station 3 crew made time to visit with "Mr. Man" and "Red" at the City of Bloomington Animal Care and Control shelter.
We have included the paperwork (in the photos) on each of them so you can have their stories and details when you go there and take them home!! ❤️🐶🦊❤️

Stop by and fall in love with either/both of them or one of the many others who are waiting on you and your love!!

08/26/2026

Last night, the Merit Commission approved promotions for nine new BFD Lieutenants. Congratulations to our new Lieutenants!
(L to R: *Jeffrey Chiparo, LT Sean O'Neal, LT Loren Vandagrifft,
LT Travis Gratzer, LT Maddie Swaim, LT Garrett Nolan,
LT Nolan Rogers, LT Caleb Lobosky, LT Seth Staggs,
LT Colton Spires, *Eric Powell, *Nicole Brown and *Kirk White --(* represents Merit Commission member)

08/20/2026

A BIG 'SHOUT OUT' TO DOMINO'S PIZZA AND TO YOU, OUR COMMUNITY, FOR HELPING OUR AUXILIARY WITH THIS FUNDRAISER!!! Thank you!!!! 🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🚒🚒🚒🚒🚒

The BFD Local 586 Auxiliary would like to thank Domino's Pizza for organizing the Dine N' Donate Fundraiser for us in July. Such an easy procedure and awesome people to work with while setting this event up. Julie Coyle was absolutely WONDERFUL and went WAY above and beyond throughout the planning and wrapping up the details!! Thank you to all of you!

We, also, want to thank our community who helped us by eating Domino's pizza on our Dine N' Donate day!! You helped the Auxiliary raise $1178.59 to help us to provide Appreciate luncheons, holiday treats, baby blankets and other wonderful items for our Firefighters!! THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!!

It is an amazing feeling when the community you serve--helps you!! ❤️

We truly appreciate Domino's and those of you who helped us with this fundraiser! Your generosity and kindness will not be forgotten.
❤️🚒🚒❤️

08/17/2026