The Salina Fire Department is preparing to reward some of its firefighters with promotions.

According to the agency, a promotion ceremony is scheduled for Monday, January 8th, 2024, at 08:00 AM immediately following the shift change. The event will occur at Fire Station #1, 222 W. Elm Street.

The Promotion Ceremony will honor the following individuals:

• Chad Perez, from Engineer, to Lieutenant.
• Sean Wilcox, from Engineer, to Prevention Officer.
• Kade Stover, from EMT/Firefighter to Paramedic/Firefighter.
• Taygen Watson, from EMT/Firefighter to Paramedic/Firefighter.
• Colton Carlson, from EMT/Firefighter to Engineer.
• Kyle Saskowski, from EMT/Firefighter to Engineer.

The agency invites the families and close friends of these individuals to attend.