Twenty-five men and women — young, eager, and well-trained – gathered in the well of the Board auditorium Friday night to receive recognition that relatively few in our community attain – their firefighter’s helmet. As the 120th Firefighter Recruit School graduates marched to their seats, retiring Fairfax County Fire Chief Mike Neuhard reminded them of their commitment to our community and to their families. Balancing responsibilities is important, he said, as he thanked the recruits and their families for the sacrifices they were about to undertake.
