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Karen Shepherd named first responder of the year

Harrison County, MO: After beating more than 600 nominees from across the country, Pattonsburg volunteer firefighter and EMT-B Karen Shepherd was named “First Responder of the Year”, earning a hometown celebration, cash prizes and a trip to Las Vegas.(To read more purchase a Republican-Clipper.)

Caleb Osmon July 31, 2026 1 minute read

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Karen Shepherd (center) stands with the Gas Spot CEO and Marketing Directors as the team awards her with the prizes for winning the “First Responder of Year” award. Pictured right to left are Controller Megan Barbarotto, First Responder Karen Shepherd, CEO Tiffany Farley, and Marketing and Community Engagement Manger Lindsay Griffith.

Harrison County, MO: After beating more than 600 nominees from across the country, Pattonsburg volunteer firefighter and EMT-B Karen Shepherd was named “First Responder of the Year”, earning a hometown celebration, cash prizes and a trip to Las Vegas.(To read more purchase a Republican-Clipper.)