Jefferson Monroe Fire Department - Swisher

10/18/2026

10/17/2026

JMFD’s 2026 Soup Supper is open! Come on down and enjoy some soup!

10/16/2026

🍲🚒 TOMORROW IS THE BIG DAY! SOUP SUPPER TIME! 🚒🍲

🌧️🍁 The weather is calling for SOUP, and we've got you covered! 🍁🌧️

Join the Jefferson-Monroe Fire Department TOMORROW, Saturday, October 17th, for our Annual Soup Supper Fundraiser! ❤️🚒

Our volunteers have been working hard behind the scenes, and we can't wait to welcome everyone for an evening of delicious food, great prizes, and community fun!

🥣 WHAT'S ON THE MENU? 🥣

We've got 10 DELICIOUS SOUPS to warm you up!

🍲 Vegetarian Chili

🌶️ Timberline Chili

🧀 Broccoli & Cheese

🥔 Twice Stuffed Potato

🐔 WaWa Chicken Noodle

🧀 Cheddar Potato

🥕 Minestrone (Vegetarian)

🐓 Cheesy Chicken

🎃 Butternut Squash

🍋 Lemon Chicken Orzo

🌭 Not in the mood for soup? Got kiddos who aren't soup fans? NO WORRIES!

We've also got Hot Dogs and Deluxe Mac & Cheese! 🧀🌭

💰 ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT PRICING:

👨‍👩‍👧 Adults (12 & older): $10

🧒 Children (ages 4–11): $5

👶 Kids 3 & under: FREE!

💳 Payment Options: Cash, Check, Venmo, and Credit/Debit Cards!

⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: Carry-out meals will NOT be available this year. All meals are dine-in only. We appreciate your understanding!

🎟️🔥 DON'T FORGET THE RAFFLES! 🔥🎟️

🥩 MEAT & MORE RAFFLE — $5 PER TICKET!

We've got a TON of amazing prizes this year, including meat bundles, gift cards, gift baskets, a smoker, a smokeless fire pit, and SO MUCH MORE! You won't want to miss your chance to win!

💵 50/50 CASH RAFFLE!

Feeling lucky? Grab some 50/50 tickets for your chance to take home CASH!

⚠️ 50/50 tickets are CASH ONLY!

🚒 WHERE: Jefferson-Monroe Fire Department, Swisher, Iowa

📅 WHEN: Saturday, October 17th

⏰ TIME: 4:00–8:00 PM

❤️ GOOD FOOD. GREAT COMPANY. AN EVEN BETTER CAUSE! ❤️

Every bowl of soup, raffle ticket, and donation helps support your local volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel who proudly serve our communities.

We couldn't do what we do without the incredible support of our community, and we're so grateful for each and every one of you!

🍲 Come hungry, bring your family and friends, and let us do the cooking!

🚒 WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU TOMORROW! 🚒

📣 HELP US SPREAD THE WORD — LIKE, SHARE, AND TAG YOUR SOUP-LOVING FRIENDS! ❤️

10/10/2026

👻🎃 BOO! Looking for some SPOOK-tacular family fun this afternoon?! 🎃👻

Saddle up and head on out to Boo at the Barn at Miracles in Motion, just west of Swisher! 🐴🍂

There's something for everyone! 🎉

🐴 A fun-filled HORSE PARADE!

🎨 Crafts and activities!

🎯 Games for the whole family!

🍭 Yummy treats and delicious food!

🚒 And your friends from Jefferson-Monroe Fire Department (JMFD) are here joining in on the fun!

☀️ The sun is shining, the weather is beautiful, and the best part? It's all FREE! 🙌

So grab the kiddos, bring your friends, and come enjoy a little Halloween magic with us! 🧡🖤

👻 Don't be scared… come on out! We can't wait to see you! 🎃🚒🐴

10/01/2026

EDIT: Due to the rain we will not be at the farmers market!

Tonight we will selling raffle tickets for the upcoming JMFD soup supper! 🔥🔥🔥

Stop by the fire station this evening from 6:30-9 to buy some tickets!

09/24/2026

It's Swisher Farmer's Market Thursday! Stop on out this evening to see Lindsey and purchase your raffle tickets and support local

09/23/2026

For Immediate Release

UPDATE: Johnson County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Incident at Lake MacBride

September 23, 2026 (JOHNSON COUNTY, IA) Today at 1:24 p.m., the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and assisting first responders recovered a juvenile victim from the water at the Coralville Reservoir, he has been identified as Ahmed Osman, age 10, of Iowa City. The adult victim recovered yesterday by first responders at the scene has been identified as Hannah Jorgensen, age 24, of Tiffin.

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Johnson County Metro Dive Team, Johnson County Emergency Management, Swisher Fire Department, Lisbon Fire Department, Mt. Vernon Fire Department, Johnson County Ambulance Service, University of Iowa Police Department, North Liberty Fire Department, North Liberty Police Department, Solon Fire Department, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Iowa State Patrol, US army Corps of engineers, UI Air Care, UI MED ONE, and the Johnson County Medical Examiner, the Story County Sheriff’s Office, and the Johnson County Joint Emergency Communications Center.

The incident remains under investigation by the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office and there is no further information available for release.

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09/17/2026

You know what day it is? It's Thursday!!! Which means Swisher Farmer's Market is this evening!! Stop on out and see Lindsey and purchase your raffle tickets! $5/each (cash, check, Venmo). Don't need to be present to win.

Our annual letter is hitting mailboxes today!

09/14/2026

🚨WE ARE HIRING 911 DISPATCHERS🚨

Current Iowa Certified Dispatchers start at a higher salary based on years of experience.

Come join our Team!

Join our team as a 911 Dispatcher and become the vital link between those in need and emergency responders. 🚓🚒🚑

Do you have what it takes to stay calm under pressure and make a real difference when it matters most? Every call you answer and every decision you make could change someone’s story. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to serve your community with purpose, professionalism, and compassion.

We are looking for strong communicators, quick thinkers and people who are passionate about helping others.

If that sounds like you, go to: https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/jobs-and-openings and click on the JECC Employment Application link to apply.

Additional details about the position can be found at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/149569-1/911-public-safety-dispatcher

Your voice could be the one that helps someone through their toughest moment. Step up, Serve and Make a difference in your community.

09/10/2026

Head over to the Swisher Farmer's Market to see Lindsey and grab some raffle tickets! Annual letters should be hitting your mailbox soon 🤤🥣