Bronson Fire Department receives state First Responder Training and Recruitment grant of nearly $4,000

BRONSON, MI (WTVB) – The Bronson Fire Department has been awarded a state grant of almost $4,000.

The funding came through the State of Michigan’s First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant program.

Officials say the funds will be used to reimburse the fire department for the cost of the medical first responder class that firefighters Don Rinehart and Travis Ferry successfully completed.

The department will also be reimbursed for the emergency medical technician class that Rinehart is currently attending.

The Bronson Fire Department is still recruiting new members.

If you live in or near the City of Bronson and have interest in becoming an MFR or EMT, call (517) 369-6475, or stop in to the fire station to learn more.