The Clinton Legion June VanMeter Post 190 has announced Lt. Ryan Winkler as Firefighter of the Year for the City of Clinton.
Winkler was recognized for two of his lifesaving efforts: one in 2018 for a man who had attempted suicide and one in 2019 for an unresponsive resident of a house fire, a news release says.
Winkler started his career with the Clinton Fire Department on Nov. 23, 2009, a news release says. He quickly earned the rank of lieutenant.
He earned an associate degree in fire science from Kirkwood Community College. He is a national registered paramedic, Iowa-Certified Firefighter I and II, Fire Instructor I and a Fire Officer I and II. Ryan has taught emergency medical technician courses for Clinton Community College.