Laurel Fire Department celebrates new members, promotions

September 16, 2024

On Tuesday, September 3, at 9 a.m. the Laurel Fire Department held a swearing in ceremony for two new firefighters and celebrated the promotions of five others.

Carter Bales and Gabriel Jackson were sworn in as new firefighters by Mayor Johnny Magee during the ceremony.

Firefighters James Newell, George Sanders, and Michael Johnston were promoted to lieutenant and Lieutenants Troy Murff and Corey Dorsey were each promoted to captain.

They were joined in the ceremony by friends and family members eager to celebrate their career accomplishments.

The City of Laurel, established as a lumber town in 1882, is conveniently situated approximately two hours from larger destination cities such as Jackson, Biloxi, New Orleans, and Mobile. In recent years, the city has become a destination all its own thanks, in part, to its starring role in HGTV’s popular “Hometown” series. As Laurel, and interest in it, continues to grow, we are committed to providing the resources necessary to help all of our residents and businesses reach their full potential.
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