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06/04/2026

Here are the Dates and Times for our next Community CPR classes. All classes start at 9am. Scan the QR code to register for the classes.

05/28/2026

Good afternoon,
Check out this great opportunity for the Fire Academy with our Cherokee Fire and Rescue Department.

If you have any questions please reach out to Keith Kornegay 359- 6154 or
[email protected]

05/19/2026

Happy EMS Week to Cherokee Tribal EMS where the coffee is strong, the sleep is nonexistent, and UNO games somehow become life-or-death competitions until 4 AM.

Where dinner at the station table feels like a family gathering… until the tones drop right as everybody finally sits down with a hot plate.

Where movie nights in the day room turn into Disney karaoke concerts nobody asked for, but everybody somehow knows every word to. And yes, somebody WILL belt out “Let It Go” like they’re auditioning for Broadway while the rest of the crew threatens to unplug the TV.

Where Christmas decorations go up suspiciously early every year, mostly because hearing Teddy grumble about it has become a treasured holiday tradition of its own.

And where everybody knows if Uncle Joe walks through those station doors, the entertainment has officially arrived… because sooner or later he’s gonna pick up an “extree” shift with us. There’s no stopping it. One minute he’s “just stopping by,” the next he’s settled in, telling stories, making everybody laugh, and somehow becoming part of the crew for the next 24 hours.

Where medics battle tourist traffic like it’s an Olympic sport:
“Yes ma’am, we ARE trying to get through this curve with lights and sirens.”
“No sir, stopping in the middle of the road to look at elk is not helping.”

Where some of the best therapy sessions happen in the front seat of the truck at 2 AM, talking about life, bad calls, family, dreams, or arguing over where to eat.

And somehow between the chaos, the exhaustion, the late-night laughs, the karaoke battles, and the endless calls… a family is built.

Cherokee Tribal EMS isn’t just a crew. It’s sarcastic comments at the table, shared snacks nobody admits to stealing, and people who would drop everything to have each other’s backs.

Happy EMS Week to the ones who answer the calls, survive on caffeine and dark humor, and still show up every day for this community with heart. 🚑

05/13/2026

Honored doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Cherokee Tribal EMS was named Service of the Year by the Southwestern Community College Paramedic Program—and I couldn’t be more proud.

This recognition isn’t about a single moment; it’s about the dedication, professionalism, and heart my team brings to this job every single day. From long shifts to difficult calls, they continue to show up for our community and for each other—and that’s what truly makes this service exceptional.

To the new paramedic graduates—congratulations. You’ve put in the work, pushed through the hard days, and earned your place in this profession. EMS needs you, and I’m excited to see the impact you’re going to make. Welcome to a career that will challenge you, shape you, and reward you in ways you can’t fully understand yet.

To the crew members at Tribal EMS this is your award. Thank you for your commitment to excellence, your willingness to mentor the next generation, and your unwavering dedication to patient care.

Thank you to Southwestern Community College Paramedic Program for this incredible honor and for your continued partnership in developing the future of EMS.

We’re just getting started. -🚑💙
Cherokee Tribal EMS Chief Zach Stutts

05/11/2026

🎓 Congratulations to our very own Captain Tiff Panther on earning her Master of Science in Emergency Management from Brevard College!

Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to continuing your education while serving our community is truly inspiring. This accomplishment reflects the leadership, professionalism, and passion you bring to Cherokee Tribal EMS every day.

We are incredibly proud of you and look forward to seeing all the great things you will continue to achieve. Please join us in congratulating Captain Panther on this outstanding milestone! 👏🚑

04/14/2026

Cherokee Tribal EMS is proud to support the health and safety of our community by donating eight Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) to the Public Health and Human Services program.

These AEDs will be placed in key buildings to ensure rapid access in the event of a cardiac emergency, because every second matters when saving a life. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to protecting and serving the people of our community through preparedness, prevention, and quick response.

We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Public Health and Human Services to strengthen lifesaving resources across our community. Together, we are making a difference one heartbeat at a time. ❤️🚑

04/03/2026

LOUISVILLE, Tenn. – On Wednesday afternoon, April 1, a flight crew with the Tennessee Army National Guard’s 1-230th Assault Helicopter Battalion rescued a park visitor suffering from cardiac arrest in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

Shortly after 2:40 p.m., Eastern time, the Tennessee National Guard and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency were notified of a park visitor having a medical emergency in need of immediate assistance and rapid transport to a nearby hospital. The visitor was located near Dillons Gap along Kuwohi Road, which parallels the Appalachian Trail, in a remote area of the park southeast of Gatlinburg, along the North Carolina border.

Full story here: https://www.tn.gov/military/news/2026/4/2/tennessee-guardsmen-rescue-visitor-in-national-park.html

04/01/2026

🚑The Power of Bystander CPR & Teamwork ❤️

Today, Cherokee Tribal EMS responded on a mutual aid call into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for a sudden cardiac arrest.

Before our crews even arrived, something incredible was already happening.

Bystanders stepped in.
They recognized the emergency and immediately began CPR, providing lifesaving care in those critical first moments when every second matters.

With continued efforts from National Park Service personnel, CPR was maintained and four defibrillations were delivered prior to our arrival. Because of their quick action and dedication, this patient was given a fighting chance.

This call was the true definition of teamwork.

We are incredibly grateful for the coordinated efforts of:

⭐️Great Smoky Mountain National Park Service
⭐️Cherokee Fire Department
⭐️Tennessee National Guard, who responded with a Blackhawk helicopter when all area medical air resources were unavailable

Because of this combined response, the patient was transported to UT Medical Center alert and oriented, a powerful reminder of what early intervention can do.

👏🏼 Outstanding work by:

⭐️ CTEMS Lieutenant Joseph Hoglen
⭐️ CTEMS Paramedics Joe Zollinger & Trey Hibberts

💡Why this matters:

Bystander CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival in cardiac arrest. Today proved that.

You don’t have to be a paramedic to save a life. You just have to be willing to act.

❤️ Learn CPR. Be ready. Be the difference.

Cherokee Tribal EMS is proud to serve alongside such dedicated partners and community members. Today, because of YOU, a life was saved.

03/27/2026

At Cherokee Tribal EMS, we believe showing up for one another extends far beyond our own community.

In the wake of the unexpected loss of Chief Dorsey, who faithfully served both Buncombe County EMS and Reems Creek Fire Department, our hearts are heavy alongside our brothers and sisters in Buncombe County. This is a tremendous loss to the emergency services family, and one that is felt deeply across our region.

During this difficult time, Cherokee Tribal EMS was honored to send crews to assist with coverage in Buncombe County so their personnel could take the time they need to grieve, support one another, and honor a leader who meant so much to so many.

This is what the fire and EMS family does. We stand together. We carry each other when the weight is too heavy. And we answer the call, no matter whose name is on the truck.

Please join us in keeping the family, friends, and colleagues of Chief Dorsey, as well as the members of Buncombe County EMS and Reems Creek Fire Department, in your thoughts and prayers.

Rest easy, Chief. We’ve got it from here. 🚑🖤🔥

03/17/2026

Our Next Community CPR classes have been scheduled. Please utilize the QR code to register. We look forward to your attendance.

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969 Acquoni Road
Cherokee, NC
28719

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