TC911 Beyond The Call

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By: Tarrant County 911 District

Tarrant County 9-1-1 District is the administration office for 29 emergency communication centers in Tarrant County. TC911 monitors the 9-1-1 system in Tarrant County and provides technology, support, and training to our 9-1-1 communication centers. Our office is located in Fort Worth, Texas.

Happy New Year!!!
01/02/2025

Welcome to 2025! In this exciting episode, host Abbey dives into all the amazing things happening this month with the Tarrant 911 District, as well as the fantastic events lined up for the year ahead. Be sure to listen closely for a chance to win tickets to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo—you won't want to miss this opportunity! Enjoy the show!

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Holidays & the First Responder Bowl!
12/09/2024

Happy Holidays! Host Abbey Dudek shares her excitement for the First Responder Bowl in this episode. Tarrant 9-1-1 District has been representing 9-1-1 at the First Responder Bowl since 2018. For more information about the First Responder Bowl go to https://www.firstresponderbowl.com/

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The Holidays Are Here!
11/25/2024

In this episode host Abbey reviews essential 9-1-1 holiday and safety precautions just in time for Thanksgiving and the upcoming holiday festivities. Tune in and stay informed!

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Halloween is here! Bring on the Reeses!
10/29/2024

Join host Abbey in this latest episode of the TC911 Beyond The Call, as she recaps past community events. Don't miss out on the fang-tastic event happening tomorrow in the City of White Settlement! It's sure to be a boo-tiful time filled with treats and no tricks!

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Trunk or Treats, Fire vs. Police Softball Game, Aaah fall!
10/15/2024

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek recaps past events this month, such as Texas National Night Out and shares what is coming up this month on the TC911 Public Education calendar! Abbey also discusses an important purchase she made that will be with us at outdoor community events. We would love to meet you in the community!

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Events Galore in Tarrant County! National Night Out, Fall Festivals and of course the Candy!
09/26/2024

Cooler weather means more fall events in Tarrant County! Host Abbey Dudek shares what is coming up on the event calendar for Tarrant 9-1-1 District this weekend and shares her excitement for National Night Out next Tuesday evening. As we move into October and get closer to Halloween, it's all about the good candy. Listen if you agree with Abbey's past candy favorites!

Abbey also discusses our Safety Smart Rally program that Tarrant 9-1-1 District offers free to all elementary schools in our Tarrant 9-1-1 District service area.

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911 Awareness: Free 911 Public Education
08/27/2024

In this episode, host Abbey shares exciting updates about recent events she and Kat have attended, as well as upcoming opportunities to connect with our community. Tune in to hear about their experiences and learn more about our commitment to providing free 911 education, available on our website and at local community events and schools. Don't miss out on this important conversation!

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9-1-1 Education & Back-To-School!
08/05/2024

Join host Abbey as she reflects on some amazing events that wrapped up, including the thrilling Water Park Ticket Hits! As we gear up for back-to-school season, we’re thrilled to highlight the many back-to-school events happening throughout Tarrant County that we’ve been a part of—and will continue to support! Don't forget, you can access valuable 9-1-1 educational resources for FREE on our website at tc911.org and find helpful 9-1-1 educational videos on our Tarrant 9-1-1 District YouTube channel. Let's ensure everyone is informed and prepared! 

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911 Education in Tarrant County! Yep, Still Giving Away Water Park Tickets!
07/18/2024

In this episode Host Abbey and Communications Coordinator Kat talk about their recent public education events and what's coming up this weekend. Plus, they are still giving away water park tickets at local Dairy Queens - tune in to learn more details.

TC911 has partnered up with 92.1 Hank Fm & 95.9 The Ranch to give you the opportunity to win passes to three fabulous water parks in Tarrant County! We have passes for: NRH20, Burgers Lake, and Splash Dayz. Join us at these Dairy Queen locations from 11am-1pm for your chances to win!

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Still in our Dairy Queen & Giving Out FREE Water Park Tickets Era
07/11/2024

In this episode, Abbey sits down with Kat to discuss last Saturday's Dairy Queen visit, their trip to H-E-B in north Fort Worth Alliance Town Center with Cell Phone Sally and find out who's hiring 9-1-1 dispatchers in our Tarrant 9-1-1 District area. We hope to see you this Saturday from 11am-1pm at the Dairy Queen in Grand Prairie!

TC911 has partnered up with 92.1 Hank Fm & 95.9 The Ranch to give you the opportunity to win passes to three fabulous water parks in Tarrant County! We have passes for: NRH20, Burgers Lake, and Splash Dayz...


911 Education, Events, Abbey Sings & Kat loves Blizzards & HEB!
07/03/2024

In this episode Abbey and Kat discuss the recent water park ticket hit at the Dairy Queen in Hurst and Kat's love for blizzards. Abbey even sings about Dairy Queen gift cards! They share the upcoming water park location at north Fort Worth Dairy Queen near HEB and remind everyone about 4th of July safety - fireworks noise complaints are not emergencies, contact your local non-emergency number instead. 

TC911 has partnered up with 92.1 Hank Fm & 95.9 The Ranch to give you the opportunity to win passes to three fabulous water parks in Tarrant County! We have passes for: N...


WIN WATER PARK PASSES FROM TC911!
06/07/2024

Host Abbey Dudek talks about the new summer ticket hit event that will start June 29th! TC911 has partnered up with 92.1 Hank Fm & 95.9 The Ranch to give you the opportunity to win passes to three fabulous water parks in Tarrant County! We have passes for: NRH20, Burgers Lake, and Splash Dayz. Join us at these Dairy Queen locations for your chances to win!

June 29th - Hurst (728 Airport Freeway, Hurst, TX 76054)  - 95.9 The Ranch

July 6th - Fort Worth (7150 North Fwy, Fort Worth, TX 76137) – 92.1 Hank FM

July 13th - Grand Prairie (2640 W. IH 20, Grand...


Season 3 Episode 19: SEASON FINALE! Meet Brittney From Arlington 9-1-1.
#19
05/13/2024

It's the Season 3 finale of TC911 Beyond The Call! Join host Abbey as she wraps up the season with a chat with Brittney from Arlington 9-1-1. For all you dog lovers out there, we go into a side conversation about being dog owners! Tune into your favorite podcast platform, the Tarrant 9-1-1 District YouTube channel, or visit our website. 

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Season 3 Episode 18: Meet Karen from Grand Prairie 9-1-1!
#18
05/06/2024

In this episode host Abbey has a great chat with Karen from Grand Prairie 9-1-1. Karen shares her passion for not only working as a headset hero but her experience and passion working in the mental health field and her continued desire to help others.

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Season 3 Episode 17: A Chat with Sarah from Irving 9-1-1.
#17
04/28/2024

In this episode host Abbey has a great chat with Sarah from Irving Police 9-1-1. Sarah shares one of the sweetest memories that she held onto that inspired her to go into public safety. Tune in to learn about this memory and other commentary that will tug at your heartstrings. 

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Season 3 Episode 16: A chat with Halee, from Tarrant County Regional Communications!
#16
04/21/2024

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Tarrant County Regional Communications dispatcher, Halee. Halee shares her dream of being an EMT as she shares her past medical dispatching experience with MedStar and currently Tarrant County Fire Alarm, which is located within the TCRC center.

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Season 3 Episode 15: Ex Local Pro Wrestler now a Fort Worth 911 Headset Hero!
#15
04/15/2024

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🚨 Monday has arrived, bringing a brand new episode of TC911: Beyond the Call! 🎙️ Host Abbey sits down with Fort Worth 911 headset hero Canyon to dive into his thrilling journey to becoming a 911 first responder.

Canyon's story is nothing short of extraordinary – from his days as a local pro wrestler to traveling the world with the Circus Soile as a security guard, he has had a truly adventurous career.🤼‍♂️🎪

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Season 3 Episode 14: Meet BreeAnna from Bedford 9-1-1!
#14
04/08/2024

In this episode, host Abbey talks to BreeAnna from Bedford 9-1-1. BreeAnna shares her unexpected career trajectory, starting from her days at Blockbuster to working as a paralegal, before ultimately finding her calling as a 9-1-1 headset hero!

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Season 3 Episode 13: Meet Barbara! A Grand Prairie Headset Hero!
#13
04/01/2024

In this episode, host Abbey talks with Barbara from Grand Prairie 9-1-1. Barbara shares her first interest with 9-1-1 after watching Rescue 9-1-1 as a child. Take a listen as she shares one of her calls that validated that she was a life-long 9-1-1 first responder.  

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Meet Kat! TC911's New Communications Coordinator!
03/26/2024

In this episode host Abbey sits down with Tarrant 9-1-1 District's new Communication Coordinator, Kat! Kat and Abbey, also soon to be known as Katabbey, chat about coffee, 9-1-1, the Safety Smart Rally, nostalgic toys and the eclipse. Needless to say, they cover a lot of different topics!

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Season 3 Episode 12: Meet Amber from MedStar Emergency Communications!
#12
03/24/2024

In this episode, host Abbey has a chat with Amber from MedStar Emergency Communications. Amber shares one of her baby delivery calls and her love for being a part of the Medstar family. 

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Season 3 Episode 11: Chatting with Mansfield 911 Headset Hero, Becky!
#11
03/17/2024

In this episode Host Abbey Dudek has a great chat with Becky, a wonderful 911 first responder with Mansfield police department. Abbey and Becky have a diverse conversation about being children of police officers, reminiscing about the 80's/90's and a lot of different information about 911.

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Season 3 Episode 10: A chat with 911 first responder, Dareas!
#10
03/11/2024

Host Abbey Dudek sits down with the amazing Grand Prairie 911 headset hero, Dareas. Tune in as Dareas shares his experiences working for the city of Grand Prairie and reminisces about his time as a 911 first responder in Arlington. Get ready for some inspiring stories and insights!

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Season 3 Episode 9: Excitement, Passion & Drive, Oh My! Meet Jeff from Fort Worth 9-1-1!
#9
03/04/2024

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Fort Worth 911 Headset Hero, Jeff! Jeff shares how he started his public safety career desiring to be a police officer, but fell in love with the headset. He and Abbey share their love for the helpful city app, My Fort Worth. 

If you have questions about this or any other episode, please contact Abbey at PublicEd@tc911.org.

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Season 3 Episode 8: Meet Ramsey, an experienced 911 headset hero, new to Texas!
#8
02/26/2024

New Podcast Alert! Happy Monday, everyone! In this week's episode of our podcast, join host Abbey as she sits down with Ramsey, a seasoned 911 dispatcher at the City of North Richland Hills Consolidated Center. Being a new Texan herself, Ramsey shares her experiences and challenges navigating life as a transplant while also being 911 headset hero. Tune in as Ramsey and Abbey discuss their learning curves and the unique journey of adapting to a new life in Texas as 911 dispatchers. 

If you have questions about this or any other episode, please contact Abbey at PublicEd@tc911.org.


Season 3 Episode 7: Take off with Tiffany from DFW Airport 911!
#7
02/12/2024

Happy Monday everyone! It's that time of the week again - a new episode of TC911 Beyond The Call is out now! Host Abbey Dudek dives into an exciting conversation with Tiffany from the DFW Airport 911 Center. Trust me, you don't want to miss this episode. It's packed with great insights and engaging discussions about all things airport-related. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the smooth ride as they tackle all things airport with no turbulence in this podcast. Tune in and elevate your Monday with TC911 Beyond The Call!

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Season 3 Episode 6: From Badge to Headset, Answering the Call in a New Way!
#5
02/05/2024

Host Abbey Dudek sits down with Tarrant County Regional Communications Center Telecommunicator William. In this consolidated 9-1-1 center located in Everman, William dispatches for Tarrant County Fire Alarm. William traded his Police badge for a headset and he is loving it! 

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Season 3 Episode 5: A great chat with Elaine from Medstar!
#5
01/29/2024

Host Abbey Dudek and Medstar dispatcher Elaine have a super chat about all things medical with Medstar! Elaine shares some of the calls she has taken, and being on the other end of the phone calling in a medical situation! Abbey and Elaine discuss some 911 history discovered by one of their favorite podcasters/YouTuber Bailey Sarian. 

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Season 3 Episode 4: Chatting it up with Valerie from Arlington 911!
#4
01/22/2024

Host Abbey Dudek has a great chat, with a lot of laughs, with Arlington 911 headset hero Valerie. Valerie shares her love for energy drinks, getting information to the officers working the information police channel and her future goal of dispatching the officers! You will enjoy the fun commentary from Abbey and Valerie!

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Season 3 Episode 3: A chat with Heather from Fort Worth 911!
#3
01/15/2024

Host Abbey Dudek has a great chat with Heather, a 911 headset hero from Fort Worth 911. Heather shares how she started as an explorer with the City of Fort Worth and was drawn to being a 911 headset hero. Abbey and Heather discuss calls they have taken that have stuck with them after so many years.

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Season 3 Episode 2: A chat with Mansfield 911 headset hero, Kate!
#2
01/08/2024

Host Abbey Dudek chats with Mansfield 911 first responder Kate! Kate shares her journey with her 911 career from working as a dispatcher in California then taking the big move to the lone star state! 

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Season 3 Episode 1: Chatting with 911 Headset Hero, Erica!
#1
01/01/2024

Host Abbey Dudek chats with Tarrant Regional Communications (Everman, TX), Erica. Erica shares how she got into the 911 industry and stories of calls that reassured her that being a 911 first responder was her calling! 

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Season 2 Episode 12: Season Finale, host chat.
#12
10/23/2023

Host Abbey Dudek wraps up season two and shares what's in store for season three! 

But that's not all! Abbey also spills the tea on the redesigned district logo & vehicle wrap. Get ready for a fresh new look that's bound to impress! 

As we bid goodbye to October, Abbey spills the beans on the upcoming events to end the month with a bang! 

Mark your calendars for a regional 9-1-1 career fair in Arlington on November 7th!  If you're passionate about helping others and interested in a career in emergency services, this is the...


Season 2 Episode 11: Arlington 9-1-1 Supervisor, Tameika!
#11
10/16/2023

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Arlington 9-1-1 Communication Supervisor, Tameika. She shares her time before 9-1-1 and how she decided to get into the industry. Tameika and Abbey have great conversations about the 9-1-1 industry, nails, parents in 9-1-1 and Arlington 9-1-1's fancy new massage chair!

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Season 2 Episode 10: Grand Prairie 9-1-1 Supervisor, Corina!
#10
10/09/2023

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Grand Prairie 9-1-1 Communication Supervisor, Corina. She shares that she has always wanted to work at Grand Prairie 9-1-1 and talks about the journey she took to final land in GP911. Corinia brings a lot of passion and energy to the 9-1-1 industry!

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Season 2 Episode 9: Irving 9-1-1 Supervisor, Michele!
#9
10/02/2023

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Irving 9-1-1 Communication Supervisor, Michele. Abbey and Michele share their experiences of working in the food industry and how that has helped both of them in building their skill set. Michele shares her excitement of becoming a yoga instructor for their cities yoga class offered to city employees. As a new supervisor, Michele talks about her journey and how she is developing into a great leader in 9-1-1. 

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Season 2 Episode 8: Irving 9-1-1 Manager, Kendall
#8
09/25/2023

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Irving 9-1-1 Manager Kendall. Irving 9-1-1 is hiring! Go to www.tc911.org to access Irving's hiring link.

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Season 2 Episode 7: Arlington 9-1-1 Supervisor, Michaela
#7
09/18/2023

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Arlington 9-1-1 Supervisor Michaela. Michaela shares her journey at Arlington 9-1-1, including her promotion to supervisor. This episode is full of great chuckle moments and Michaela shares how she keeps her energy level up with her love of caffeine her trusty Starbucks and her new energy drink Celcius. Arlington 9-1-1 is hiring! Go to www.tc911.org to access Arlington's hiring link.

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Season 2 Episode 6: MedStar Communications Supervisor, Stacy
#6
09/11/2023

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Irving Communications Supervisor Stacy. Stacy shares her journey with Medstar not only working in dispatch but also in the ambulance. Learn how you can be a part of the Medstar team, and of course, there are side conversations covering how big Tarrant County is and those awesome round-a-bout's!

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Season 2 Episode 5: Irving 911 Supervisor, Anissa
#5
09/04/2023

In this episode, host Abbey Dudek chats with Irving 911 Supervisor Anissa. Anissa shares her journey as a 911 headset hero and learn that it all started with her father, a retired Irving Police Officer giving her a suggestion that dispatch was hiring. A lot of good information and chuckles in this episode! 

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