First responders from across Missouri being honored at the State Capitol today (Wednesday) for Fire Fighters Day.

Mexico’s Little Dixie Fire Protection Chief Ken Hoover says it is a good opportunity to visit with state legislators about local needs.

Governor Eric Greitens, State Fire Marshall Tim Bean and Department of Public Safety Director Drew Juden spoke during the ceremony that took place 9:30 this (Wednesday) morning in the Missouri State Capitol Rotunda.