2025 ALS Service of the Year
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow.
24/7 emergency and non-emergency medical transport for Sharp & Fulton Counties, Arkansas.
Coverage
Four bases. One county-wide promise.
Crews stationed in Hardy, Cherokee Village, Ash Flat, and Cave City — positioned to reach you fast.
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In an emergency, dial 911.
Arkansas Ambulance Association
2025 ALS Service of the Year
We're honored to be named the Arkansas Ambulance Association's 2025 ALS Service of the Year — recognition of our crews' dedication, commitment, and exceptional service to the communities we serve and to the advancement of emergency medical services across Arkansas.
What we do
How We Help
From critical 911 response to scheduled transports and special events, our crews are ready around the clock.
Emergency Response
Advanced Life Support paramedic care from the moment we arrive, dispatched 24/7 across the region.
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Safe, scheduled transfers between facilities, dialysis, and discharge home with trained crews.
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On-site medical coverage for races, festivals, sporting events, and community gatherings.
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Our History
October, 1974
Our Beginnings
In 1974, the people of Cherokee Village, Arkansas, recognized the need for an ambulance service. In October of that year, 12 people were appointed by Desiree Meyer, president of C.V.P.O.A., and charged with organizing an ambulance service.
March, 1975
Operations Begin
Cherokee Village Ambulance Service began operations in March of 1975. Fundraising efforts purchased the service's first fully equipped ambulance, and by the second year they had purchased a second ambulance. In 1976, the Quorum Court contributed $2,000 for the service to cover the north half of Sharp County.
December, 1986
Booth Takes the Helm
Bob Booth was hired to manage CVAS on December 1st, 1986, and served for 18 years. He helped the company achieve many licenses and was an amazing asset to the service. In 1991, the service became an Enhanced BLS service. Two years later it upgraded to Intermediate-level licensing.
September, 1992
NAEMT Award Winner
After winning Arkansas Ambulance Service of the Year the year prior, Spring River (formerly Cherokee Village Ambulance) was honored to be named NAEMT National Volunteer EMS Service of the Year.
April, 2015
Schulz Named General Manager
After serving on the board of directors at Spring River Ambulance since 2010 and volunteering as acting General Manager since 2013, Bart Schulz, NREMT, was hired as full-time General Manager of Spring River Paramedic Ambulance. Bart Schulz is still serving in this position today.
By 2016
Continued Growth
Our crews now have far better equipment, ambulances and uniform allowances, and have received substantial raises. A new pay structure created consistent reoccurring pay increases honoring years of service. Crews are strategically based throughout the county — Hardy, Cherokee Village, Ash Flat and Cave City — to serve our community in the best way possible.