The Kiwanis Club of South County recently recognized firefighter/paramedic Rob Wood, second from left, of the Mehlville Fire Protection District for his outstanding performance of duty and the service he performs in the community. He has been a firefighter/paramedic for about 11 years now, including six in Mehlville. Pictured, from left, are: Tim Hunn, Wood, Assistant Chief Dan LaFata and Deputy Chief Tim Dempsey.