The Columbia County Fire Rescue Department announced that Chief Crawford has received the Home Town Hero Award from First Things First. The award was given out on February 25 during a Wellness Wednesday event at The Rook @ Aligned CPA that focuses on providing mental health, wellness, and trauma resources to first responders and their families.

First Things First provides services to law enforcement, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, dispatchers, and medical professionals in North Central Florida. Battalion Chief Redish delivered the award, which recognized Chief Crawford's leadership and dedication to the profession. Department officials stated that measures promoting responder wellness are still a vital aspect of maintaining a healthy and equipped staff.