The Midland Fire Department is preparing to bid farewell to a long-time employee, Fire Training Chief Steve Forbes. A reception will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at the engine bay of Central Fire Station (1500 W. Wall St.).
Forbes is retiring after more than 29 years with the Midland Fire Department. He was hired in May 1984 and was promoted to driver in August 1986 and captain in October 1990 before becoming training chief in January 2006.
The Midland Fire Department wishes Forbes the best in his new endeavors. Please help us make this a special day for him.