Press release from Asheville Fire Department:
Dear Media Partners,
After proudly serving with the Asheville Fire Department for over 28 years, I am writing to share that I will officially retire on January 1, 2025.
This has been an incredibly rewarding journey, and I am honored to have worked with so many of you to share important stories, promote safety messages, and keep our community well-informed. Your commitment, support, and collaboration have been instrumental in helping me succeed in this position, and for that, I am deeply grateful.
Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to covering stories that matter to our community.
With appreciation,
Kelley Klope
Strategic Communications Specialist
Asheville Fire Department
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