Items tagged: pinning ceremony

2022 Champaign Fire Department Pinning Ceremony

On June 30, 2022, the Communications Division worked with the Fire Department to record CFD’s 6th in-person Pinning Ceremony. A pinning ceremony is a special occasion which allows family and friends to share in either a promotion or being newly hired by the Fire Department. During this year’ event, 27 new or promoted firefighters were […]


The Champaign Fire Department Hosts the Annual Edward M. Hoffman Awards and Pinning Ceremony

On Thursday, February 25, at 7:00 p.m., the Champaign Fire Department will virtually debut the annual Edward M. Hoffman Awards and Pinning Ceremony. This event honors devoted residents and members of Ambulance Services, Champaign Firefighters, and Champaign Police Officers that have displayed exemplary service to those they serve and protect. The virtual ceremony will be […]


The Champaign Fire Department Hosts the Annual Edward M. Hoffman Awards and Pinning Ceremony

On Monday, November 18th, at 6:00 p.m., the Champaign Fire Department will host the annual Edward M. Hoffman Awards and Pinning Ceremony at the Champaign Fire Department Headquarters at 307 South Randolph Street.  This event will honor devoted citizens and those members of Ambulance Services and Champaign Firefighters that have displayed exemplary service to those they […]


Hoffman Awards Ceremony Now on CGTV

Hoffman Awards Ceremony Now on CGTV On October 26, 2017, CGTV was invited by the Champaign Fire Department to record the 3rd Annual Edward M. Hoffman Memorial Awards & Pinning Ceremony. The event honored Champaign Firefighters, Police Officers, Ambulance Services, and citizens that have given exemplary service to our community. Additionally. during the pinning ceremony, […]


Media Release: CFD Promotional Ceremony

On June 18, 2015 the Champaign Fire Department will be holding a promotional ceremony to recognize two individuals who have been promoted to the ranks of Lieutenant and Engineer. A badge-pinning of three new probationary firefighters will also be held during the ceremony. The ceremony will be held at Champaign Fire Department Headquarters at 307 S. […]