What Happened: Nine recruits graduated from the Midland Fire Recruit Class 2502 on Aug. 1, marking the start of their careers as firefighters. The ceremony featured the presentation of certificates and the traditional badge pinning. Graduation marks the end of training and the start of their service as firefighters. Photos from the Midland Fire Department Facebook page.

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