The Rotary Club was proud to present a check to the Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Company, received by Vice President Steve Matson, in appreciation for the extraordinary support they provide to our community throughout the year.
While the Fire Company is always ready to answer emergency calls, their service to Shepherdstown goes far beyond fire protection.
Each year, they help make Christmas in Shepherdstown possible by providing the equipment and expertise needed to hang the large wreaths on the high windows of historic McMurran Hall at Shepherd University. This past holiday season, they also traveled through countless neighborhoods with a waving Santa riding high atop the ladder truck—sirens sounding and lights flashing—bringing joy to families and helping spread holiday cheer across our community.
Their partnership continues year-round. They provide a tanker truck and support for Rotary’s Fourth of July Picnic and the ever-popular waterslide. During the Independence Day Parade, the Fire Company contributes its full fleet of vehicles, and a host of firefighters proudly carry a large American flag—held flat at the edges and corners—creating one of the parade’s most memorable and patriotic moments.
This longstanding partnership is deeply rooted in shared leadership and service. Our club’s founding president, D. Lee Morgan (deceased), is also honorary Chief Emeritus of the Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Company, where he served 40 years in that role. His legacy reflects the strong bond between our two organizations and the enduring spirit of service within both organizations.
The fire company’s visible contributions are only a small part of what they do every day for Shepherdstown. We are grateful not only for their emergency response but for their steadfast commitment to community spirit, celebration, and service.
Thank you to Steve Matson and the entire Shepherdstown Volunteer Fire Company for all you do to make our town safer, stronger, and more connected.