Highlights from our 101st annual banquet: There are so many in our organization that deserve recognition but every year we strive to show our appreciation for those members who go above and beyond the call of duty

 
By CHINCOTEAGUE VOLUNTEER FIRE CO.
February 22, 2026
 

Some awards presented last evening were:

Special Recognition for 50 years of service presented to Life Members Baxter Brasure, Roe Terry, and Everett Lewis.

Special Recognition for a very long, successful, and selfless tenure as EMS Captain: Ollie Reed

Special Recognition for a very successful, progressive, and strong leadership as Pony Committee Chairman presented to: Harry Thornton

Executive Officer of the Year: William Tarr
Line Officer of the Year: Dean Orsino
Life Member of the Year: Bobby Lappin
Auxiliary Member of the Year: Giovanni Rosanova
Honorary Member of the Year: Miranda Duston
Firefighter of the Year: Zack White
Junior Firefighter of the Year: Logan Birch

Pictured are all awards recipients, line and executive officers of the C.V.F.C.

Our annual banquet is a great evening where the entire organization which has many moving parts come together as one to celebrate, reminisce, and reflect on a job well done. We would like to thank Steamers for the fantastic food, our bartenders, DJ Street, and Michael Holloway photography!