Calhoun County EMS - SC

06/15/2026

🎉🚑 Congratulations, Matthew Cole! 🚑🎉

Calhoun County EMS is proud to congratulate Matthew Cole on successfully passing the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic Examination and officially becoming a Nationally Certified Paramedic!

This achievement represents countless hours of studying, skills practice, clinical rotations, ambulance ride-alongs, and an unwavering commitment to serving others. Becoming a paramedic is no easy feat, and Matthew’s dedication, perseverance, and hard work have paid off.

As he begins this next chapter, we know he will continue to provide compassionate, high-quality care to the citizens and visitors of Calhoun County while making a positive impact on every patient he serves.

Please join us in congratulating Paramedic Matthew Cole on this incredible accomplishment! We are proud to have you as part of the Calhoun County EMS family and look forward to watching your career continue to grow.

💙🚑 Congratulations, Matthew! Your hard work has earned this moment, and your community is fortunate to have you answering the call.

06/10/2026

Thank you for always being an amazing partner and helping save lives in our community!!!

06/05/2026

Thank you so much for coming to our service and training us how to best care for the neonatal patients in the prehospital setting. Thank you NeoHERO Foundation.

06/03/2026

Some Midlands EMS leaders say growth is increasing call volumes and creating new challenges for emergency services.

06/02/2026

💚 June is PTSD Awareness Month 💚

At Calhoun County EMS, we recognize that not all wounds are visible.

Every day, first responders, healthcare workers, veterans, survivors of violence, accident victims, and countless others carry the effects of traumatic experiences. PTSD can impact anyone, and seeking help is a sign of strength—not weakness.

This month, we encourage our community to learn more about PTSD, support those who may be struggling, and help break the stigma surrounding mental health.

Remember:
💚 It’s okay to talk.
💚 It’s okay to ask for help.
💚 It’s okay to heal.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available 24/7:
📞 Call or Text 988
🇺🇸 Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 and Press 1 or text 838255

Together, we can foster understanding, compassion, and recovery.

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05/29/2026

Help us congratulate Josh Zeigler on his NREMT Paramedic Certification!!

05/27/2026

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us honor those heroes and the families who carry their legacy every day. Freedom is never free. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Calhoun County EMS, we thank and remember our fallen service members.

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05/23/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the EMS professionals who dedicated their lives to serving others and left a lasting impact on our community.

Though they may no longer ride beside us, their compassion, sacrifice, and commitment to helping others will never be forgotten. Their legacy continues through every call answered, every life touched, and every act of service carried forward by those who follow in their footsteps.

Calhoun County EMS proudly remembers:
🕊️ Christopher Hales
🕊️ Elizabeth Raymond
🕊️ Howard Riley
🕊️ Terry Oliver
🕊️ Dale Heckle
🕊️ Linda Spires

Forever in our hearts. Always remembered. ❤️🚑

05/22/2026

During EMS Week, I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible men and women of Calhoun County EMS who answer the call every single day — no matter the hour, the weather, or the circumstances.

Our crews serve this community with compassion, professionalism, courage, and heart. They are there on some of the hardest days in people’s lives, providing care, comfort, and hope when it matters most.

To the citizens of Calhoun County — thank you for trusting us to care for you and your families. Your support means more than you know. Rural EMS faces many challenges, but our providers continue to show up with dedication and pride because they truly care about this community.

Please join me this week in thanking every EMT, Advanced EMT, Paramedic, dispatcher, first responder, and support staff member who helps keep Calhoun County safe.

We are proud to serve you.

— Crystal Youmans
EMS Director
Calhoun County EMS