Scotts Hill Fire Department

10/30/2026

🚨EXTREME DROUGHT CONDITIONS IN HENDERSON AND DECATUR COUNTIES

The latest drought monitor shows most of Henderson sndvDecatur County is experiencing EXTREME DROUGHT CONDITIONS!

🔥 Please refrain from all outdoor burning! With conditions this dry, fires can spread rapidly and become dangerous before you realize it.

Our volunteers are working hard to protect our communities, but preventing fires starts with all of us. Please do your part and help keep Henderson and Decatur County safe!

Stay safe, be responsible, and please don’t burn!

10/28/2026

Thank You, Town of Scotts Hill, for remembering us, we are glad to serve our community.

The Town of Scotts Hill wants to let our First Responders that serve our area that we appreciate them, including the 911 dispatchers that are Frontline, the EMS Team that serves the South End of both Counties, our own Fire and Police Departments. Thank you on this National First Responders Day.

10/28/2026

Chief Adam Scott training responders on the pump tonight, to help familiarize them with the operation of the new truck.

10/27/2026

🌟 Principal Appreciation Month: Danny Leasure | Scotts Hill Elementary School 🦁

During National School Principal Appreciation Month, Henderson County Schools is proud to celebrate our outstanding principals who lead with dedication, build strong relationships, and make a lasting difference in the lives of students and staff.

Today, we are excited to spotlight Mr. Danny Leasure, Principal of Scotts Hill Elementary School! Get to know Mr. Leasure a little better through his answers to a few questions.

🏀 Who influenced you most as an educator?

“Coach Garrett, my high school basketball coach and 11th-grade English teacher.”

🏫 What makes Scotts Hill Elementary School special?

“Tremendous pride from our students, staff, and community.”

🤝 How would you describe your leadership style in three words?

“Treat People Well.”

Those three words reflect a powerful philosophy of leadership built on respect, relationships, and the understanding that how we treat others matters every day.

🏥 If you had chosen a career outside of education, what would it have been?

“I would have been a physical therapist for a college or professional sports team.”

🌟 We are grateful for Mr. Leasure’s leadership and the pride he helps foster among the students, staff, and families of Scotts Hill Elementary. Strong schools are built on relationships, teamwork, and a shared commitment to helping students succeed, and we appreciate the role he plays in making that happen.

Join us in celebrating Mr. Danny Leasure and thanking him for his dedication to Scotts Hill Elementary School! 👏

10/27/2026

🎉 National School Principal Appreciation Month: Dr. Brian Norton – Scotts Hill High School

During National School Principal Appreciation Month, Henderson County Schools is proud to spotlight the outstanding leaders who make a difference in our schools every day. Today, we are recognizing Dr. Brian Norton of Scotts Hill High School!

❤️ What is your favorite thing about being a principal?
Having the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students and working with faculty and staff to create an environment where students feel encouraged, supported, and proud to be part of SHHS.

📚 What was your first job in education?
Dr. Norton began his teaching career in January 1988, teaching Biology I and II at Decatur-Riverside High School.

🌟 Who influenced you most as an educator?
Dr. Norton credits Mrs. Margaret Lumpkin, his third-grade teacher; Mrs. Elsie Smith, his college advisor and former boss at UU; and Dr. Mavis Johnson, principal of Lincoln Elementary Magnet School, for influencing his journey as an educator.

🏫 What makes Scotts Hill High School special?
The close-knit atmosphere! The school's size allows everyone to know one another and build the relationships that make a real difference in students' lives.

🎉 What is your favorite school tradition?
Homecoming will always be the best!

👏 What do your teachers do that deserves more recognition?
Dr. Norton believes teachers influence lives through their selfless actions. Teaching is tough, and while teachers don't expect applause for everything they do, they deserve the respect, appreciation, and understanding of the communities they serve.

🎶 What would your walk-up song be?
"I'm Still Standing" by Elton John!

🍽️ What is your favorite school lunch?
Meatloaf, brown beans, greens, and cornbread!

🍵 Coffee, tea, or neither?
Tea!

🥤 What is one thing you always keep in your office?
Diet Mountain Dew!

🏀 If you weren't in education, what career might you have chosen?
A basketball referee or baseball umpire! Dr. Norton even took a college class called Officiating Major and Minor Sports, and being yelled at has never really fazed him!

❤️ What do you enjoy doing when you're not at school?
Traveling with his wife, Vicky, and spending time with his six grandchildren.

Dr. Norton describes his leadership style in three words: consistent, intentional, and resilient.

Thank you, Dr. Norton, for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to the students and staff of Scotts Hill High School. We are proud to recognize you during National School Principal Appreciation Month!

10/27/2026

Tradition, Dedication, Sacrifice since 1969..

We have had a record breaking amount of Annual Responses this year at 71. Please practice fire safety in the home and in the yard.

Remember it is very dry outside. Be extra careful with outdoor burning. Get those free outdoor burn permits from the State Forestry. The number to call is in a previous post.

10/26/2026

Post from Midwest Fire.

10/23/2026

Burn bans are out for several counties in West Tennessee, includ Henderson and Decatur counties. More might be added by the end of the month as the dry spell will continue for the next 7 days or even longer.

The drought situation is looking dire, especially along and south of I-40. The weather will remain nice through the weekend with highs staying above average and morning lows lingering in the upper 40s to low 50s for the rest of the month.

10/18/2026

Scotts Hill Fire Department is proud to announce that we partnered with Midwest Fire to purchase a Tanker/Pumper. Delivery is expected sometime this week.

We look forward to sharing updates as the project moves forward. This new Tanker/Pumper will be housed at station 30 and takes the 1993 Model out of service.

In the following days we will prepare the new apparatus for service to the community and officially place it in service for protection to the community.

In addition to this truck we were able to attain other equipment to assist us in fire fighting, such as new 3" supply hose for all trucks, K12 Saw and a Thermal Imaging Camera.

We appreciate the Community Development Block Grant, in which made this possible.