Moore was chosen as the EMT - First Responder of the Year for the state of Kentucky. DeHaven was honored as EMT - Paramedic of the Year for the state of Kentucky.

Both Moore and DeHaven were described as “having demonstrated proficiency in patient care and having displayed professionalism which commands respect from patients and peers alike.”

A member of the Clay Volunteer Fire Department since September 1997, Moore became a certified EMT - First Responder in December 1999.

Among his accolades, Moore was said to have shown dedication to the first response program by making 43 of 48 first response runs this past year. Recently he was appointed assistant coordinator of the department’s first response program.

Moore was noted as always being present for trainings held in the county and at the department and looking continually for ways to enhance his knowledge and skills as both a first responder and a firefighter.

Along with two other members, Moore was instrumental in organizing a fund raiser to help raise over $2,000 for fellow firefighter Grady Dye when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

“It was an honor to even be nominated,” commented Moore. “It feels pretty good.”

DeHaven’s award comes through his affiliation with Methodist Hospital-Henderson EMS.

He has been employed by Methodist Hospital since March 1991 and has been a member of the Clay Volunteer Fire Department since 1985. Currently he serves as assistant chief, lead training officer and first response program coordinator. Since 1992 he has been a Level II fire instructor. DeHaven was also said to have been instrumental in forming Clay Fire Department’s First Response Program this past year.

He also played a key role in organizing the fund raiser to help offset medical expenses for Grady Dye.

DeHaven is actively involved in the fire prevention program taught at Clay Elementary School each year and is a member of the Webster County Firefighters Association. He has served as the organization’s president, vice-president, and is currently in his second term as treasurer. He also serves on the board of the Kentucky Association of Emergency Medical Technicians.