Tag Archives: Aiken Public Safety

On Humanity

Posted on September 11, 2017 by Ray V.

“I can think of no more stirring symbol of man’s humanity to man than a fire engine” . . . Kurt Vonnegut No argument from me!

Posted in Fire Trucks, Uncategorized | Tagged Aiken Public Safety, emergency services, Fire engines, humanity, Kurt Vonnegut | Leave a comment

I was saddened to learn of the sudden death of a young man with a great amount of passion for Law Enforcement and the Fire Service. Phillip Weese died this morning after his personal vehicle overturned on I-20 in Aiken, … Continue reading →

Posted in RIP Weesy | Tagged Aiken County Fatality, Aiken Public Safety, Fatal I-20 Accident, Phillip Weese | 2 Comments

Be Decisive

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Ray V.

A little bit of wisdom, shared by my former boss at Aiken Public Safety – Fire Division, Capt. Brian Brazier: Be Decisive. Right or wrong, make a decision. The road of life is paved with flat squirrels who couldn’t make … Continue reading →

Posted in decisions | Tagged Aiken Public Safety, Captain Brian Brazier, Fire Service | 2 Comments

The Audacity of Smoke

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Ray V.

I suppose that most blogs will feature an article referencing Independence Day. I was resisting the temptation until I read what Kurt Harden had to say about it. Personally, I never got a charge out of fireworks, (maybe because of … Continue reading →

Posted in The Audacity of Smoke | Tagged 4th of July, Aiken Bloggers, Aiken Public Safety, Aiken SC, Cultural Offering, CulturalOffering.com, fire ems, fireworks, Independence Day, Kurt Harden, Ray Visotski, Reserve Club Fireworks, shell show, WOodside Fireworks | 1 Comment

When Will We Learn?

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Ray V.

As I sat this morning, looking out the window as the dawn neared, I couldn’t help but be overcome by the juxtaposition of a beautiful sunrise and the dark cloud that envelops our community; the battles of good against evil … Continue reading →

Posted in When Will We Learn? | Tagged Aiken, Aiken Bloggers, Aiken Public Safety, aiken standard, Failed government, George Funeral Home & Cremation Center., juxtaposition, Personal Responsibility, Ray Visotski, Sandy Rogers, Scotty Richardson, taking responsibility | 3 Comments

Not Again?

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Ray V.

Our small community is shocked by the murder of Public Safety Master Cpl Sandy Rogers, only a little more than a month after the murder of Master PSO Scott Richardson. We will be providing a few ways to help our … Continue reading →

Posted in Not Again? | Tagged ADPS Aiken Public Safety, Aiken Bloggers, Aiken Officer shot, Aiken Public Safety, George Funeral Home & Cremation Center., LODD, Ray Visotski, Sandy Rogers, Scott Richardson | 1 Comment

Scott Richardson, LODD

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Ray V.

I have put off creating this post for a variety of reasons, but will delay it no further. The other evening, I was at home completing some evening chores when I started hearing excited voices on my police radio. I … Continue reading →

Posted in LODD | Tagged Aiken Public Safety, critical incident management, LODD, Police officer murdered, Scott Richardson, Scotty Richardson | 1 Comment

I Get It Now, Pt. 2

Posted on September 13, 2011 by Ray V.

A few weeks ago, I wrote about going to the baseball stadium and watching my daughter, “Jelly” work the crowd as a photographer for the Augusta Greenjackets. Read about it here: I Get It Now, Pt. 1 Last night, I … Continue reading →

Posted in Pt. 2, Uncategorized | Tagged A Father's role, Aiken Bloggers, Aiken Public Safety, Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Emergency care, Food reactions, head pain, Kelliann Visotski, proud dad, Ray Visotski | 8 Comments

Last Word on Fireworks

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Ray V.

Last night, I got to play “Firefighter Ray” at the fireworks show at the Woodside Plantation Reserve Club. I think this was the 5th or 6th year I was on the team representing ADPS Fire Division at the event. Well … Continue reading →

Posted in Last Word on Fireworks | Tagged 4th of July Celebration, Aiken Public Safety, Aiken SC, George Funeral Home & Cremation Center., Ray Visotski, The Reserve Club, Woodside Plantation | 1 Comment

Memorial Day 2011

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Ray V.

Well, yesterday was the parade and tomorrow, Memorial Day is what is typically referred to as the beginning of summer. This holiday, intended to acknowledge the millions of soldiers that died for our freedom seems to have morphed into a … Continue reading →

Posted in Memorial Day 2011, Uncategorized | Tagged Aiken, Aiken Funeral Home, Aiken funeral homes, Aiken Memorial Day Parade, Aiken Public Safety, Bernie Kaliss, Elissa Visotski, George Funeral Home, George Funeral Home & Cremation Center., Jake Mahoney, Memorial Day 2011, Mt. St. MAry's, Ray Visotski, SC Cremation & Burial Society, The Aiken Standard, USMC, Veterans Funeral Care | Leave a comment

This is Not A Drill?

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Ray V.

One of my favorite, reads is “I, Cringely”. Normally a very informative “Tech site”, I came across this at breakfast today and after reading the comments….and adding my own, I wanted to post this, illustrating how absurd and coddling we … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Aiken Public Safety, Cringely, FDNY E-40, FDNY L-35, Fire Drills, Fire Safety, George Funeral Home & Cremation Center., I, Ray Visotski, Training for fire drills | Leave a comment

Nine Months and Counting, (we are all getting older)

Posted on March 6, 2011 by Ray V.

A couple of you have been hounding me, (pun intended) for a puppy update. I have come to learn that it is difficult to take pictures of big, black dogs that look good. I think there are two reasons for … Continue reading →

Posted in Nine Months and Counting | Tagged Aiken Public Safety, Black Lab puppies, Elissa Visotski, George Funeral Home & Cremation Center., photographing dogs, Ray Visotski | 2 Comments

Junior Firefighter Takes Center Stage

Posted on August 14, 2010 by Ray V.

Looks like three or four posts this weekend. Hope ya’ll don’t mind Most people have hobbies that they participate in when they aren’t working. We all know the usuals….golf, fishing, gardening, and working on your car. I though, enjoy none … Continue reading →