The Augusta Fire Department announced on April 27 that it will hold a graduation ceremony for Recruit Class 25-10 on Friday, May 1. The event will take place at the Jack B. Patrick Information Technology Center at Augusta Technical College, beginning at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
The graduation marks an important milestone for the recruits and the community they are set to serve. Family, friends, and invited guests are welcome to attend as the department recognizes the accomplishments of its newest members.
Fire Chief Antonio Burden said, “Graduation marks the beginning of a meaningful career dedicated to service, sacrifice, and protecting others. We are proud of Recruit Class 25-10 and look forward to the impact they will make in our community.”
Augusta is recognized as Georgia’s second oldest and second largest city according to the official website. The city operates under a consolidated government led by a mayor and ten commissioners according to the official website. Augusta includes nine neighborhoods listed on the National Register of Historic Places along with various historic monuments and cemeteries according to the official website.
Notable historic structures in Augusta include President Woodrow Wilson’s boyhood home and the Ezekiel Harris House built in 1797 according to the official website. The city developed its canal in 1847, which helped establish it as one of world’s largest inland cotton markets according to the official website.
Augusta is also part of the Central Savannah River Area that spans several counties across Georgia and South Carolina according to the official website.
Media interested in covering this event may contact Communications Manager Chiquita Richardson at (762) 343-9525.
