32 graduate Henrico Fire academies

The Henrico County Division of Fire recently welcomed the newest members of its ranks during a graduation ceremony at J.R. Tucker High School for its Recruit Academy 81, Recruit Academy 82, and Paramedic Academy 5. Twelve members of Recruit Academy 81 completed 24 weeks of training, while 11 members of Recruit Academy 82 — each of whom had prior fire service experience — completed 12 weeks of training. Paramedic Academy 5 was nine months and included nine Henrico Fire members. “Choosing the fire service is noble and selfless,” said Fire Chief Jackson Baynard. “I extend heartfelt gratitude to the new...

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