Adams Co. Fire District 5 chief to retire

Adams County Fire District 5 Chief Gary Lebacken, left, has announced his retirement effective May 31.
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Assistant Chief Tom Salisbury, left, will be the new chief of Adams County Fire District 5.

by CHERYL SCHWEIZER
Staff Writer | April 23, 2025 2:45 AM

OTHELLO — Longtime Adams County Fire District 5 Chief Gary Lebacken has announced his retirement effective May 31. Lebacken will be replaced by ACFD 5 Assistant Chief Tom Salsbury.

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