July 31, 2025
The Evening Shade Fire Department received a $1,000 donation from Operation Round Up® to help buy thermal imaging cameras in July.
The equipment allows firefighters to "see" in conditions where visibility is compromised, such as darkness, smoke-filled environments or areas with intense heat. Cameras also can help identify hotspots not visible to the naked eye.
North Arkansas Electric Cooperative Vice President of Member Services Leah Rouse presented Assistant Chief Steve Burkhart with the donation at the station July 17. Other fire department personnel present included, from left: Lt. Darrell Massey, Allan Jenkins, Susan Arnold and Travis Bonisa.
Members who would like to “round up” their electric bills to support scholarships and nonprofit donations can complete the form on the Operation Round Up webpage or contact NAEC at (870) 895-3221. The donation averages $6 per account annually.
Nonprofits organizations may apply for an Operation Round Up donation by submitting this application.
