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Read about current VRFA events, incidents and announcements.

A woman in a Valley Regional Fire Authority uniform holds a teal tumbler. Text reads “Boyle,” “2024 Professional Excellence,” and the fire department logo appears in the top right corner.

Finance Manager Angie Boyle Awarded Professional Excellence Award

Finance Manager Angie Boyle is the 2024 recipient of the Professional Excellence Award. Angie took on the vital role of project manager for our new financial accounting software deployment to streamline business processes. She was not assigned this…

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A firefighter in uniform holds a helmet and smiles; text reads “Gustafson 2024 Fire Officer of the Year” with the Valley Regional Fire Authority emblem in the top right corner.

VRFA Fire Officer of the Year – Captain Jordan Gustafson

Congratulations to Captain Jordan Gustafson for being named 2024 Fire Officer of the Year! Captain Jordan Gustafson has earned the title of Fire Officer of the Year for his exemplary leadership and ability to uplift his peers. As a contributing…

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VRFA Firefighter of the Year – Cory Wallace

Cory Wallace has been named Firefighter of the Year for his unwavering commitment to mentorship and community service. Firefighter Wallace's professionalism, patience, and dedication have made a significant impact as a Public Information and…

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The VRFA Seeks Qualified Photographer for Website Photo Project

The Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) is requesting Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) from qualified individuals and/or firms for professional photography services to acquire high-quality photos for the VRFA website and other promotional…

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Promotional flyer for King County Diversity and Recruitment Workshop, May 10, 2025, at Green River College, featuring images of Valley Regional Fire Authority firefighters and a QR code for registration.

Diversity and Recruitment Workshop at Green River College

Fire departments across King County are looking for future firefighters and are expanding recruitment efforts to provide applicants with useful information on navigating the hiring process. Mentors from the profession will also be available to…

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Promotional flyer for

Future Women in Fire and EMS

King County Women: Come join King County EMS and host agency Bellevue FD along with over 13 other King County agencies as we immerse you in a weekend of hands on Fire and EMS activities and provide you an opportunity to explore a career in the Fire…

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