FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 4, 2024

City of Morgantown Names New Fire Chief

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. - The City of Morgantown is honored to announce that Gary Freshour has been appointed to serve as the next Fire Chief of the Morgantown Fire Department (MFD). His appointment comes after the retirement of both Chief Eugene Deem and Interim Chief John Lemley.

“I am honored to be the new Fire Chief of the Morgantown Fire Department,” said Freshour. “I feel thankful to continue serving the people of Morgantown in this new capacity. I will continue to work diligently to ensure that our citizens and visitors are safe.”

Freshour joined the Morgantown Fire Department in 2005 as a probationary firefighter. Since then, he has been a First Class Firefighter, Lieutenant, and Crew Captain. Before employment with the MFD, he served as a volunteer firefighter with the Star City Volunteer Fire Department.

“The department is in good hands with Gary Freshour,” said City Manager Kim Haws. “We are fortunate to have him in this leadership position. His wealth of knowledge and extensive background in fire management makes him an excellent fit for the role.”

In the coming months, a ceremony will be held to celebrate the appointment of additional new officers within the Morgantown Fire Department following the Chief’s promotion.

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