Thorncreek Twp. Volunteer Fire Dept.

05/13/2026

Recently we updated to new equipment and technology in our SCBA packs for our own volunteers. We are pleased to be able to donate the prior SCBA packs to go along with the donated air fill system a few years back. The Columbia City High School Fire & Rescue students are the future firefighters and we are fortunate to be able to help with there learning and commitment to our communities.

A huge THANK YOU to the Thorncreek Township Fire Department for their incredible donation to the Columbia City High School Fire & Rescue program! 🚒👏

Today, Fire 1 and Fire 2 students received SCBA air packs, bottles, and masks for student training use. This generous donation follows a previous donation of a cascade system from Thorncreek Township, helping provide students with real-world equipment and hands-on experiences that prepare them for careers in fire and emergency services.

“I am glad we were able to do this to support the program,” shared Bill Brice of Thorncreek Township.

Fire & Rescue Instructor Zach Rumsyre added, “This is huge! This donation along with the cascade system from Thorncreek Township will set us up for quite a while.”

Partnerships like this make a tremendous impact on student learning opportunities and career readiness. Thank you to Thorncreek Township Fire Department for investing in our students and the future of the fire service profession! 🔥🧯

05/12/2026

Congratulations to the 200 house on a sharp looking truck. We are looking forward to helping you get it all muddy someday..!!!

Exciting news!

Yesterday afternoon Churubusco/Smith Township Firefighters took possession of a new 2026 F350 grass rig that was purchased from the Smith Township Fire Cumulative Fund. The due diligence of our Township Trustee and Township Advisory Board members made this possible by budgeting and saving funds that will not affect tax rates.

The new grass rig features a new 250 gallon poly tank skid unit with a new pump, fire hoses along with new fire nozzles, LED warning lights and wild-land firefighting hand tools. The new grass rig is replacing a (31) thirty-one year old F350 that will be converted into a utility truck.

04/03/2026

Fish Fry SOLD OUT Thanks for all your support..!!

04/03/2026

We still have plenty of Fish. Come see us and leave full..!!!

04/02/2026

Come out tomorrow and let us serve you at our Annual Good Friday Fish Fry. Same great fish we have provided for over 30 years. Drive thru service available for carry out. Lady’s auxiliary will be having there silent auction. We would like to thank some of the area businesses for their donations! Please shop local to support the ones that support us!!

Happy Valley Skating Rink
Portside Pizza
Andy’s Carwash
The Scented Shed
Ace Hardware
11th Frame
Cibo Restaurant
Brew Ha
Skin Salvation
Elated Beauty
Brooke and Co
Sun Kiss Tan
The Square

04/01/2026

Reminder this Friday is our annual Good Friday Fish Fry. We Look forward to seeing everyone..!!!

03/10/2026

Hope to see you at our annual Good Friday Fish Fry..!!

02/10/2026

Congratulations Jim Horne on 50 years..!!

12/14/2025

We would like to thank the many departments and agencies that responded and assisted with a residential fire last evening. The teamwork and cooperation shown on scene was greatly appreciated.

Responding agencies included:
• Cleveland Township Fire Department
• Columbia City Fire Department
• Columbia Township Fire Department
• Thorncreek Township Fire Department
• Pierceton Fire Department
• Parkview Whitley EMS
• Whitley County EMA
• Whitley County Dispatch
• Whitley County Sheriff’s Department
• Northeastern REMC
• Richland Township Trustee Office

We would also like to thank the departments that provided standby and move-up coverage during the incident:
• Jefferson Township Fire Department
• Smith Township Fire Department
• Washington Township Fire Department
• Sidney Fire Department

Our thoughts are with the homeowner during this difficult time, and we hope they are surrounded by support as they begin the recovery process.