🌱 What changes come with Syracuse’s new Turkey Creek fire chief?

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• What changes come with Syracuse’s new Turkey Creek fire chief?

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• Saturday: Frigid with a little snow, with a high of 15 and low of 2 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Fire Chief Sworn in for Turkey Creek Fire Territory (inkfreenews.com) — Syracuse residents have a new fire chief, as Quinn Hunter was sworn in to lead the Turkey Creek Fire Territory while longtime chief Mickey Scott retired after 36 years of service. The township advisory board also approved 2026 salaries, reviewed insurance options, addressed cemetery fencing and ownership questions, and discussed damage at a local public boat access ramp.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Goshen

• East Webster Sewer Project Advances, Tippy-Chapman Reviews Financing, Customer Connections (inkfreenews.com)
• Gov. Braun, INDOT Present Community Crossings Awards In Delphi (timesuniononline.com)

Warsaw

• Gene Zale Retires From Warsaw Aviation Board After 45 Years (inkfreenews.com)
• Warsaw Aviation Board Delays Contract Decision Until Special Meeting (inkfreenews.com)
• Lloyd G. Ousley (inkfreenews.com)

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