A Commitment to Service: An Interview With OWLVFD Firefighter Derek Wells

Since 1938 Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWLVFD) has been proudly serving our area. An exemplary commitment to service to the community and quality of work has been passed on year after year, from our earliest members to those serving today. Our history of excellence is one each of our members is proud to be associated […]

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On July 16, 2018
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Rewards and Opportunities Abound: An Interview with Julia Jordano Part 2

Fire Lieutenant Julia Jordano embodies true commitment when it comes to serving within PWCFRS. Her passion and excitement are easy to see when simply asking her to recount some of her favorite memories.

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On June 29, 2018
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From Volunteer to a Full Career: An Interview With Fire Lieutenant Julia Jordano Part 1

Fire Lieutenant Julia Jordano knows a thing or two about firefighting. Not only does she volunteer with Prince William County Fire and Rescue System, but she’s also a lieutenant with the Alexandria Fire Department.

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On June 18, 2018
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Finding Your Place As a Volunteer: An Interview With Lieutenant Ben Cochran Part 2

For Lieutenant Ben Cochran, fire and rescue work was a natural fit. He notes just how easily he settled into his roles right from the start. “My first impression when I first joined Stonewall was how the members treated me. I was the ‘new guy’ but that didn’t matter,” said Cochran. “I already had some […]

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On May 30, 2018
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A Life of Service: An Interview With Lieutenant Ben Cochran Part 1

Lieutenant Ben Cochran has lived in Prince William County for most of his life. He is a graduate of Osbourn Park High School and an attendee of Northern Virginia Community College in Woodbridge. While in college, he became a volunteer with Prince William County Fire and Rescue System and completed EMT school. His volunteer experiences […]

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On May 15, 2018
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Interview With Stephanie Powers, Rescue Captain, Part 2: Serving on Multiple Levels

In our last blog, Stephanie Powers, Rescue Captain, shared with us how she started with PWCFRS and why she chose to join our team. We spoke to her some more about her favorite parts of volunteering in this capacity and the rewards she receives. Read on to hear all about them.

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On April 30, 2018
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Interview With Stephanie Powers, Rescue Captain, Part 1: Living a Life Full of Service

Stephanie Powers has been familiar with serving others from a very young age. Her father served in the military, leading her to the easy decision of also serving our country in the U.S. Marine Corps. When asked where she’s from, though, that’s a little tougher to describe.

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On April 23, 2018
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Tones, Rewards and Challenges: An Interview With Sara Khurshid Part 3

EMT Sara Khurshid took a leap and jumped out of her comfort zone into the volunteer rescue world. And she hasn’t looked back since. What she has done, though, is learn the ropes, face challenges and continue to grow. Receiving the Call From the moment “the tones drop,” signaling an alarm, Khurshid and the […]

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On February 15, 2018
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Take a Leap: An Interview With EMT Sara Khurshid, Part 2

Each volunteer has his or her own reasons for volunteering. Sara Khurshid had three. First and foremost, she wanted to step outside of her comfort zone to experience growth. Secondly, she felt a responsibility as a female, Pakistani, Muslim Asian-American to serve in her community. “In my observation, I think sometimes local community outreach within […]

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On January 31, 2018
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Stepping Out of Her Comfort Zone: An Interview with EMT Sara Khurshid, Part 1

When she was young, there were three professions Sara Khurshid held in high regard: teachers, journalists and firefighters. In her eyes, teachers make the greatest impact on individuals outside of family members, journalists venture into dangerous places to report the truth and firefighters risk their lives to save others. If you had asked her when […]

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On January 23, 2018
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