What an amazing day for our District and community! 💛
As of 4 PM today, the 393rd Safe Haven Baby Box in the nation — and the 10th in Missouri — has been officially blessed and is now available at Osage Ambulance District Base 3 in Belle. This life-saving resource offers a safe and anonymous option for parents in crisis.
#safehavenbabybox #osageems #BelleMo #CommunityStrong
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🦌 Good luck, youth hunters! 🦌
It’s opening weekend of Missouri’s Youth Deer Season, and Osage EMS wishes everyone a safe and successful hunt!
Remember to always practice hunter safety, wear blaze orange, and hunt smart — safety comes first every time you head into the woods.
We’d love to see your success! 📸 Share your pictures from this weekend’s hunt in the comments below — let’s celebrate the next generation of safe, responsible hunters!
#YouthDeerSeason #OsageEMS
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🎃🚑 Halloween Night with Osage EMS! 👻
Our crews are out in full force this evening, handing out treats and spending time with the community! You’ll see Osage EMS units at Chamois Fire Station, Linn City Hall, and First Baptist Church in Belle, enjoying the festivities!!!
Earlier today, we joined the Trunk-or-Treat at Linn Elementary School, sharing smiles and candy between calls. It’s always great to see so many familiar faces around our community!
From all of us at Osage Ambulance District — thank you for stopping by and saying hello. Have a great Halloween night! 🧡🚑🕸️
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: OCTOBER 29, 2025
OSAGE AMBULANCE DISTRICT BASE 3 ADDS AN ANONYMOUS SURRENDER OPTION - BLESSING CEREMONY PLANNED NOV 4
Belle, MO, - Saving lives just got a little easier in Belle, MO, as our newest baby box will be blessed on November 4th, 2025 at 4PM. The newest addition represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide a safe and anonymous alternative to surrendering an infant. Located at 1001 East First St., Belle, MO, our new location will offer a secure and compassionate option for parents in crisis and help ensure every infant has a chance for a safe and loving future. Across the country, there are 393 Safe Haven Baby Box locations, with 10 in the State of Missouri.
“The Safe Haven Baby Box in Belle, Missouri, became a reality thanks to the dedication and generosity of so many,” said EMS Chief Joshua Krull. “This completely donor-funded project wouldn’t have been possible without our local advocates, generous donors, Osage Ambulance District staff, and the support of both the Ozark Central and Osage Ambulance District Boards of Directors.” Krull also recognized the Osage County Health Department, 20th Circuit Chief Juvenile Office, Gasconade-Osage Division of Social Services, and Deputy Chief Joshua Cohen, who served as the on-site project manager. “Each of these partners played a key role in bringing this life-saving resource to Belle.”
Safe Haven Baby Boxes was founded by Monica Kelsey on a mission to end infant abandonment. In addition to baby boxes, the organization provides a confidential National Hotline, 1-866-99BABY1. Twenty-three states have a Baby Box presence within their state. Kelsey shared, “We have seen time and time again that preparation can save and change lives. We never know when or where we will be needed, so it is crucial to have options for mothers in crisis. I am grateful for local advocates who take our mission to their community.”
Since 2017, 70 infants have been safely and legally surrendered in a Baby Box. The National Safe Haven Crisis Line has assisted with over 176 handoff surrenders. Each year, the numbers increase with more baby boxes available across the country. Surrendered infants are adopted by families who have registered as foster-to-adopt. The Local Department of Family Services coordinates the adoption process.
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🎃 Trunk or Treat Fun in Vichy! 👻
Yesterday, Medic 632 crew — Brittany and Eli — had a great time at the Vichy Trunk or Treat!
A big thank you to Vichy Fire for hosting the event indoors so everyone could still enjoy despite the rainy weather. ☔🚒
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🏈 Friday Night Lights in Linn 🚑
It’s a perfect night under the lights in Linn as the Wildcats take the field for their final home game of the season — the stands are packed, the energy is high, and the crowd is roaring with Wildcat pride!
If you look closely, you’ll spot Medic 613 in the background — our crews serving quietly behind the scenes, ready to respond if needed, but cheering right along with the fans.
Proud to support our student-athletes, families, and community every home game night. Go Wildcats! 🐾
#OsageEMS #LinnWildcats #FridayNightLights
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We are having a great time at the EMS World Conference & Expo in the great host city of Indianapolis, Indiana — connecting with peers, learning from experts, and exploring all the new innovations shaping the future of prehospital care. It’s so important to stay current with education and emerging trends in our field so we can continue providing the best care to our communities. 🚑 🌎
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🚑 Last Call — Only 1 Seat Left!
Osage Ambulance District, a satellite campus for EMS Education - University Hospital, has just one seat remaining in the upcoming Paramedic Course beginning next Wednesday!
This program offers advanced pre-hospital training to prepare EMTs to become nationally certified Paramedics — the highest level of EMS care. Students receive hands-on classroom, lab, and clinical experience in one of Missouri’s premier EMS training programs.
Don’t wait — this seat will be taken!
📲 Enroll today!
Apply online www.osageamb.com/paramedic_classes/paramedic-2025-2026/ or email education@osageamb.net
for more information.
#OsageEMS #ParamedicClass #EMS #HealthcareCareers
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🎃 Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Fatima Trunk or Treat this evening!
Chris and Arlyn had a great time seeing all the creative and fun costumes. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of this wonderful community event! 👻💙🚑
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