Five Firefighters Gain Promotions in Cherokee County

CANTON, GA -- Five Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services firefighters were promoted earlier this week in a ceremony held at the Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services Training Center.

Cherokee County Fire Chief Tim Prather welcomed those who gathered for the event and presented the promotion warrants to the firefighters.

Two firefighters were promoted to the rank of sergeant: Joseph VanBeers and Richard Conley. One firefighter, James Gravitt, was promoted to the rank of lieutenant while Marc Liscio was promoted to captain.

Additionally, Ryan McElwee was promoted as the new battalion chief. McElwee replaces Tom Pelletier, who recently retired.

---

PHOTO: Attending the promotion ceremony (left to right): Cherokee County Fire Chief, Tim Prather, Sgt. Joseph VanBeers, Lt. James Gravitt, Battalion Chief, Ryan McElwee, Capt. Marc Liscio, Sgt. Richard Conley, Assistant Fire Chief, Eddie Robinson and Field Operations Chief, Greg Erdely.