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CBS NEWS-Local: Feb 20th 2025 Donations pour in for Minneapolis firefighter battling cancer a second time
“IT’S OVERWHELMING” – Mark Lakosky has fought fires in Minneapolis for over 20 years… so as he grapples with cancer for the second time, he’s NOT fighting it alone. Jason Rantala TV shows the outpouring of support from this community, AND why this union president is optimistic about his diagnosis and treatment.
Full story: https://cbsloc.al/3CNAZ7P
Minneapolis Fire Foundation’s own Mark Lakosky was featured as Minnesota Wild’s Community Hero!
Mark is a 23-year veteran of the Minneapolis Fire Department and currently serves as the rank of Fire Motor Operator. He is the current President of Minneapolis Firefighter union Local 82. Prior to becoming a firefighter, Mark served as a corrections officer in the states of California and Minnesota. He also is a military veteran, serving as a police officer in the United States Army. He was raised in Saint Paul and is the oldest of 9 adopted children. Mark is married with twin sons, one who currently is on the Saint Paul Fire Department.
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Minneapolis Fire Foundation’s own Mark Lakosky was featured as Minnesota Wild’s Community Hero!
Mark is a 23-year veteran of the Minneapolis Fire Department and currently serves as the rank of Fire Motor Operator. He is the current President of Minneapolis Firefighter union Local 82. Prior to becoming a firefighter, Mark served as a corrections officer in the states of California and Minnesota. He also is a military veteran, serving as a police officer in the United States Army. He was raised in Saint Paul and is the oldest of 9 adopted children. Mark is married with twin sons, one who currently is on the Saint Paul Fire Department.
Minneapolis Fire Foundation’s own Mark Lakosky was featured as Minnesota Wild’s Community Hero!
Mark is a 23-year veteran of the Minneapolis Fire Department and currently serves as the rank of Fire Motor Operator. He is the current President of Minneapolis Firefighter union Local 82. Prior to becoming a firefighter, Mark served as a corrections officer in the states of California and Minnesota. He also is a military veteran, serving as a police officer in the United States Army. He was raised in Saint Paul and is the oldest of 9 adopted children. Mark is married with twin sons, one who currently is on the Saint Paul Fire Department.
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Foundation Twins game with Chief Tyner throwing out the first pitch. Well done Chief.
Minneapolis Fire Foundation received 25 cancer fighting particulate hoods for the MFD Fire Academy that started September 16th. These hoods are 99% effective at blocking carcinogenic materials from being absorbed through the skin. The hoods were donated by the Minnesota Fire Fighters Foundation (501c3) at their annual golf tournament September 9th.
What an honor to be on Minnesota Live this morning with Chris and Megan!! Thank you for your support and sharing the Minneapolis Fire Foundation mission.
Despite spending years advocating for cancer mitigation practices on the job, Minneapolis Deputy Fire Chief, Rita Juran, wasn’t prepared for it to hit home.
Minnesota Wild’s Cub Community Hero- honored our very own Mark Lakosky! Serving 23 years for the fire department and a veteran serving our country and our Foundation.Mark continues to serve the community despite his cancer diagnoses!
