On July 31, 2004 Benedict held its 54th annual installation and awards banquet. The department recognized the hard effort put forward in the past year. Some of the awards handed out where The Richard Hyatt Memorial award presented to Asst. Engineer Harry "Boo" Brown Jr. The Lt. Justin "Jryde" Hutchinson and EMS Person of the year went to out going Chief Sean Kerrigan. Also at the new Rescue Engine 5-2 was Dedicated in the memory Lt. Justin "Jryde" Hutchinson. Engine 5-2 will lead the Lt. Justin "Jryde" Hutchinson scholarship ride hosted by the Red Knights, on August 21. A special thanks to Hugesville VFD, Waldorf VEMS,and Newburg VFD for the fill in giving the members of Benedict the night off.
Fire officer's being sworn in by George Hyaden County Fire Chief
Ronnie Martin accepting EMS driver of the year
EMS officers being sworn in by County EMS Chief Suzie Spalding
Mike White accepting the Driver of the Year
Justins Uncle and Aunts accepting the plaque from the dedication of Engine 5-2
Jr. Member Billy White accepting Junior member of the year
