Welcome to RFD Connections — a home for the stories, milestones, memories, and moments that keep the Raleigh Fire Department connected. From retirements and promotions to academy updates, photo galleries, events, and member spotlights, this is where we share what’s happening across the department.
July Highlights
All Month Long:
July is National Ice Cream Month, National Picnic Month, National Park and Recreation Month, Plastic Free July, UV Safety Awareness Month, and Wild About Wildlife Month.
July 15–21:
National Gummi Worm Day, World Snake Day, World Emoji Day, Nelson Mandela International Day, National Daiquiri Day, National Moon Day, National Ice Cream Day, and National Junk Food Day.
July 22–31:
National Hammock Day, Gorgeous Grandma Day, National Cousins Day, National Wine and Cheese Day, National Parents Day, National Milk Chocolate Day, International Tiger Day, National Cheesecake Day, Harry Potter’s Birthday, National Avocado Day, and National Mutt Day.
