Wise honors presented

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John ‘Jack’ Mullins took the mantle of Wise fire chief at Town Council’s Tuesday meeting. He will replace Duane Phillips, who has volunteered in the position since 2016. Left to right are council members Jeff Dotson and Robin Dotson, Mullins, Mayor Teresa Adkins and Vice Mayor Ben Conway. KENNETH CROWSON PHOTO


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Departing volunteer Wise Fire Chief Duane Phillips, front and left, stands with newly appointed chief Jack Mullins. Phillips was honored by the town June 10. Behind them stands the fire department, with multiple members also serving on the rescue squad or as police officers. Town Council appointed Mullins as the full-time fire chief May 28. In recent years, Phillips has recommended making the position full-time. He did not pursue the job due to a lack of time, he said. KENNETH CROWSON PHOTO
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