Decatur Fire & Rescue Chief to retire in October

Decatur Fire & Rescue Chief to retire in October

DECATUR, Ala. (WHNT) - The City of Decatur announced Monday that Decatur Fire and Rescue Chief Tracy Thornton will retire in October. According to a spokesperson with the City, Thorton has served the department for 26 years, advancing through the ranks and serving as Division Chief before being appointed Fire Chief in October 2020. Priceville Police arrest teen following chase on I-65 "A dedicated public servant, Thornton helped guide the …

Decatur fire chief to retire

Decatur Fire and Rescue Chief Tracy Thornton has notified the city that he plans to retire Oct. 1, the city announced Monday.