“Not only have these 29 individuals committed their careers to serving others,” said Henrico Fire Chief Jackson Baynard, “they’ve challenged themselves to become great leaders and mentors. These members represent everything that is great about Henrico County and the Division of Fire.” Those promoted were: • Chief of staff: Catherine
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Henrico County Division of Fire officials honored two of their own and celebrated the promotions of 24 others during a ceremony at J.R. Tucker High School Aug. 3. Battalion Chief Scotty Southall (Michael Holder Leadership Award) and Assistant Fire Marshal Tim Edwards (Wayne Greenwood Mentorship Award) each were presented
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The Henrico Division of Fire's Community, Assistance, Resources, and Education Team has been named the Randy R. Bruegman Agency Innovation Award recipient by the Center for Public Safety Excellence. The annual award recognizes, incentivizes, and advocates for innovation in the fire and emergency service. The CARE Team serves
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Henrico County has appointed Jackson P.F. Baynard to serve as chief of the Division of Fire, effective Jan. 28. He joined the division as a firefighter in 2003, rose through its leadership ranks and served most recently as assistant fire chief. He succeeds Alec W. Oughton, who recently retired
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Sighs and applause were audible at the June 8 Board of Supervisors meeting as Henrico leaders ended the COVID-19 local emergency declared on March 13, 2020. “As a result of this action the emergency ordinance adopted in September 2020 concerning procedures for public meetings, the conduct of public business and
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