Every Friday morning at 6:30 a.m., 98.1 KHAK's Brain & Courtlin pay tribute to an Eastern Iowa first responder during our 'First Responder Friday' segment! The weekly honoree receives a $25 gift card to Wild Hogs Saloon and Eatery in Walford and a $25 gift card to Honor and Respect.

Today we're honoring Nash Hamilton, who was nominated by Nick Hamilton! The entry reads:

"Nash is 19-years-old and a member of the Alburnett/Otter Creek Volunteer Fire Department. Alburnett his hometown, and he's lived in Linn County all of his life. Nash is going through the Fire Fighter One class at this time, and will be starting his EMT class very soon. He has a determination and a willingness to learn, and he's very safety conscious and a great decision-maker. His drive to be a fire fighter is outstanding.

Nash's mom and I were both in law enforcement, so he grew up listening to the good and bad experiences we had. He has taken those experiences to heart and is working towards being a full time first responder. Nash has always cared for everyone and will do what it takes to help those who are in need, as well as protect his family and community. He truly looks up to those he is learning from, and I know he will continue to make his family proud. Thank you, Nash, for your service and commitment. Your family believes and trusts in you with all our hearts."
Nick Hamilton
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Congratulations to Nash! We thank him for his service and dedication to the Eastern Iowa community!

Our First Responder Friday winners are selected from nominations submitted by you! You can make a nomination below. When including your photo, please keep in mind that any kids in the picture need to be your own. Please let us know if we have parental permission to post the children, otherwise, their faces will be covered when the photo is published on our sites. Thank you for your submissions!

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