Rotary Club celebrates first responders

Vestavia Hills' firefighters, police officers and emergency medical personnel gathered with their families and members of the community Saturday for an afternoon of fun and celebration.

The Vestavia Hills Sunrise Rotary Club hosted its annual first responders celebration at City Hall to honor the men and women who serve the city.

While the breezy conditions caused the FAA to cancel the skydivers, there was plenty of fun to be had, including a video game truck, inflatables, the Pepsi Challenge and music by The Castors.

Guests also enjoyed a shrimp boil, popcorn and cotton candy.

Rotary Club member and event organizer Dan Moran said the group was successful in its fundraising efforts, and was able to purchase two drones, one for fire department use and one for the police department.

The Club was also able to give away passes to Hoover Tactical Firearm, Gold's Gym, a Yeti cooler and other items.