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Interim Fire Chief Chris James approved for Fire Chief position

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AUGUSTA, GA (WFXG) -

Interim Augusta Fire Chief, Chris James, has been approved for the vacant Fire Chief position.

Commissioners unanimously approved City Administrator, Fred Russell's, recommendation Monday in a special called meeting.

James has been with the Augusta Fire Department for the past 25 years. He was one of 3 finalists interviewed for the position.

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WFXG Fox54 Augusta-Your News One Hour EarlierInterim Fire Chief Chris James approved for Fire Chief position

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