Friends of Sycamore Shoals Historic Area award grants to fire departments in Carter County

Friends of Sycamore Shoals Historic Area just announced Sunday it has awarded more than $250,000 in grants to two local fire departments in Carter County. A total of $255,000 was announced for Stoney Creek Volunteer Fire Department and Hampton/Valley Forge Volunteer Fire Department for demonstrating the organization’s continued commitment to supporting nonprofit organizations throughout Carter County, according to the FSSHA. Stoney Creek Volunteer Fire Department will receive $200,000 and the Hampton/Valley Forge Volunteer Fire Department will be given $55,000.