The Chatham County Fire Department proudly celebrated the graduation of its newest recruit class during a ceremony honoring the hard work, dedication, and achievement of these future firefighters. Family, friends, department personnel, elected county commissioners and county management gathered to recognize the recruits as they officially completed the rigorous academy and took their oath to serve and protect the citizens of Chatham County.

This recruit class marks Training Chief Joshua Anderson’s 12th graduating class. Under his leadership, Training Coordinator Jonathan Campbell and EMS Instructor Sara Sheffield, the program continues to develop highly trained and motivated firefighters, equipped with the skills and values needed to uphold the department’s mission of excellence in service and community safety.

The ceremony included remarks from department leadership, presentation of certificates, official badge pinning and presentation of their helmets.

The graduates now join the ranks of Chatham County’s frontline firefighters, ready to respond, protect, and serve with integrity, courage, and commitment.

Congratulations to the newest members of the Chatham County Fire Department.

Luke Andreou A-Shift-Engine 301

Jonathan Appugliese A-Shift-Squad 308

John Capps A-Shift-Engine 303

Joel Casey B-Shift-Engine 303

Huntington Edelhauser B-Shift-Engine 312

Aaron Hooten B-Shift-Squad 313

Robert Luken A-Shift-Squad 302

Harrison McCroan C-Shift-Engine 301

Kris McCuiston C-Shift-Engine 306

Paul Stanford C-Shift-Engine 309

Jack Stultz B-Shift-Squad 302

Dylan Wallace C-Shift-Engine 304

Ian Walley C-Shift-Squad 302