Southside Carnival

2025 Southside Fireman's Carnival

Rain and temps in the 40's didn't stop the dancers (they were trying to keep warm) A couple rain showers moving through and temps in the 40's didn't dampen our show and fans...THANK YOU! We'll CYA next year! 2026


Below are pictures of only some of your generous volunteers who give of themselves for the betterment of the community! Some risk their lives to save yours and your property so remember to support them during their fund raising events! WE HONOR YOUR COMMITMENT - The community thanks and appreciates you!!!
Thank You Southside Fire Company volunteers for the OUTSTANDING community dedication and devotion you give back to our local community! Click the link below for their website http://www.southsidefirecompany.org Click the link below for their Facebook page: Southside Fire Company Facebook The next life they save could be yours!	The Fireman's Prayer He stares in the face of death, without a second thought to save that one special life, that he so bravely sought He has walked as close to "hell on earth," as any man could do and he's so proud of the job he did, for people he never knew He puts his life on the line, every time duty calls always doing what needs to done, without even a pause He is a fireman with overwhelming pride never afraid to take a chance. When saving someone’s life often he says, "it's my job" But we really know that he is very special, and always ready to go So when you hear the sirens wail, or see the flashing lights stand aside and look with pride, he's going to save a life.

	Nicholas "Nick" Allen Fowler We take time to honor and remember Nick Fowler. Nick passed on December 31, 2020 at the age of 60. Nick was a generous, good-hearted man who gave to his family and his community. Nick was responsible for so many improvements and projects for the Southside Fire Company. Nick was a soft-spoken good leader. Nick Fowler had been chief, deputy chief, and assistant chief at Southside Fire Company. Fowler joined the Southside Fire Company in 1984. After our shows, some Lucky Afternoon Band members would often sit with Nick, company officers, and other members in the "secret office" solving the world's problems and having some laughs. We'll miss you Nick!
Fire fighting and life saving skills DON'T come naturally... ...many hours of training is required to save lives and protect the life-savers!!





	The Southside Fire Company volunteers do their part to raise funds, fight fires, protect your property, and risk their lives to save yours.... and don't get paid... they are unselfish, community minded men and women who serve the community in crisis. The next time they have a fund raiser, please support them... they're out supporting you. Thank you volunteers and fire fighters...God bless and protect you!
	Some of Nick's family still come from out of state to support the fire company
	Mrs. Big Cheese!
The BIG BOSS' son-in-law!	Always BIG smiles from wonderful volunteers!
And thank you local police officers serving our community. We respect the tough job you perform so well willing to sacrifice your lives for others!
Thank you for putting your life on the line to keep us safe.
	Dave drawing some winning tickets
Chief Jon!
	There's Emmitt (We'll talk about him a little further down this page)

First responders such as firefighters, police officers, and paramedics risk their own safety every day to ensure our communities are better places to live. All public safety officers play a key role in keeping our communities, campuses, and gathering places safe. THANK YOU!!
"I didn't do it officer... I'm innocent!" "I'm just a punching bag!"	Ouch - Here we go again!


Thanks Deb G. and Judy Z. for the pics!	Thanks Gracie and Dave for the pics!
Thanks Felicia B. for the pics!	Thanks for the pics Marie S. (and for your professional percussion talent)
	Stick doing what he does best while not missing a note!

	Dave's old X-ray / CAT scan buddy Ron! Dave was SO HAPPY to see Ron again!!! Can't even count how many wild and crazy experiences and fun we had together in our hay day; long nights out, music, parties, vacations, hunting, fishing, and BEER; no doubt we could write a book. So great to see you again Ron... got your number, time to fish again!


	No..No..No.. another shower!
Soundman Brian relaxing between shows






	Wait... is that a spot of sun??
This is Emmitt...he is a dynamic young man with a profession speaking voice. He is polite, engaging, and VERY intelligent! Emmitt volunteers for the Southside Fire Company and agreed to do some MC announcements for fire company and the for the band.
He was EXCELLENT! The future is bright for this young man! Nice to meet you and your grandma!

We'll be excited to see him again!	Emmitt with his proud grandma!


Dave fiddling around	"Hi there... do I know you?"


	Soundman Brian with Backup Soundman Dave K.





Cold?	Yea, it's 42°
	A coke bottle named after Jessical!
Keep dancing to warm up Ed and Rosie!
Soundman Brian and fiancé Marie enjoy some chocolate covered pretzel snacks together before the show!
Thank You Southside Fire Company for all the community services you provide! We'll be back next year...2026!	luckyaft@ptd.net E-mail Dave and the rest of the band to say hello... We'd love to hear from you!