On call

Emergency responders continue their committment to area amidst worries about numbers, sustainability

EMR. EMT. EMS. No one outside of the lifesaving loop really knows the difference, but the important thing to remember is, there are dozens of trained professionals in the local area who are going to be there for you during an emergency.

And next week is a big one for them, as National EMS Week 2026 runs from May 17–23, with the theme “Improving Outcomes, Together,” focusing on collaboration, innovation, and the role of EMS in community health.