Chief Crain with his wife Lucinda

"The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) announced recipients of the 2026 Texas Emergency Management Awards, recognizing excellence in emergency management, leadership, service, and community partnership across Texas. Award recipients were selected based on criteria unique to each category, with honorees demonstrating leadership, courage, innovation, service, and dedication to strengthening preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts in communities across the state. Induction into the Texas Emergency Management Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have dedicated their lives to enhancing emergency management in Texas and across the nation. These leaders represent the discipline through service, innovation, mentorship, and lifelong commitment to protecting communities."

This is among the highest honors bestowed by the State of Texas on any emergency services person. A well-deserved recognition of the service our beloved Fire Chief has done for our community for the past 30 years.