Having served as a first responder for most of his adult life, Buda Fire Chief Clay Huckaby is used to working in high-stress, dangerous situations.

But it was one of the first fires he responded to, a 1994 fire on Main Street that destroyed several buildings, that nearly cost him his life. Through perseverance and a full support system, Huckaby, who is celebrating his 25th year of firefighting in 2019, continues to fulfill his passion of serving his community.

I always say I have the best job b...