Makinen Volunteer Fire Department

05/14/2026

Good Day Everyone!!
It’s SMELT time AGAIN!!
Please spread the word and stop in to support our Volunteer Fire Dept…
Hope to see you there!!
Be Safe - Stay Safe

05/11/2026

🚨 This Sunday!! 🚨

🚨🐟 Everyone's favorite time of the year! 🐟🚨

05/09/2026

🔥We're excited to host this great training opportunity!🔥

05/03/2026

May's ✨️member spotlight✨️ goes to Wayne Trenholm!

Wayne was asked a few questions, just like our previous members that have shared their spotlight, but Wayne's will be a little different this time.

Wayne was asked how many years of service he has with the Makinen Fire Department and his response was "somewhere between 10 and 50 years".

The first of this month actually marked 30 years of service for Wayne! So we would like to have this "member spotlight" focus on acknowledging and appreciating 3 whole decades of service and commitment to the Makinen community!

Thank you for your dedicated service and for everything you continue to do for our department!

05/01/2026

If you plan on hitting the Eveleth city wide rummage sale tomorrow, stop by and support our mutual aid friends and grab a sandwich!

Stop by for delicious food and to support the Eveleth Fire Department!

05/01/2026

TOMORROW!!!!!!!

04/21/2026

We are proud to have 2 of our own attending FDIC International in Indianapolis! FDIC is the largest training event for the fire and rescue industry in North America. For the next few days, Chief Dan Kraskey and Training Officer Cassy Kraskey, will be learning from world class instructors from across the globe and connecting with vendors who will showcase the latest innovations in design, technology and equipment.

04/17/2026

🚨🐟 Everyone's favorite time of the year! 🐟🚨

04/15/2026

It starts with a thought... A quiet one. What if I could help?

And at some point, that thought turns into a decision. Not for money. Not for recognition. Not because it’s easy. But because something in you says, someone has to show up. That’s the heart of a volunteer.

It’s not about being fearless. It’s about being willing. Willing to give your time. Willing to learn. Willing to stand in the gap when it matters most. Because when something goes wrong, and it will…

The first question isn’t, who’s qualified. It’s who’s willing. 🚒

04/11/2026

Head on over to Aurora tomorrow for a delicious pancake breakfast! 🥞☕️

THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN!!
Come fill up on some breakfast and support the AURORA FIRE RELIEF ASSOC.

04/01/2026

April's ✨️member spotlight✨️ goes to Cassy Kraskey. Cassy was asked a few questions so you can get to know her better.

Cassy, what current position(s) do you hold on the department?
"I'm currently the training officer and secretary of the department. I also respond as an EMR."

How many years of service do you have with Makinen?
"I've been with Makinen for 14 years...it's hard to believe it's already been that long!"

Do you have any current or previous time with another fire department?
"I'm currently on the Eveleth Fire Department, and have been there since 2016."

What is your full-time occupation?
"I work full-time as a firefighter/EMT for USSteel at the Minntac mine."

Do you have any hobbies?
"I enjoy attending concerts, camping, hiking, baking and traveling!"

What is your favorite part about being on the Makinen fire department?
"Being able to connect with the community on a different level, and providing light during some of their darkest moments. I also really enjoy being apart of a great group of guys."

Why did you join the fire service?
"The main reason I joined was to become a role model for my son after becoming a single mom at a young age. I also joined to hopefully inspire and help pave the path for the next generation of female firefighters in our area."

What is one thing you look forward to each year within the department?
"The smelt fry seems to be the popular choice, but I'm going to have to say I look forward to the annual open house the most. I enjoy being able to interact with the great people of our community in a way that doesn't involve fundraising. "