Fire District 12 retains chief through May 19

Mason County Fire District 12 decided to retain Fire Chief Kelli Walsworth through May 19 after fire commissioners voted unanimously April 19 to dismiss Walsworth.

According to an announcement on Fire District 12's website, the district will function "as normal" and commissioners Albert Wilder, John Pais and Brian Jutson are reviewing other options.

Following the April 19 vote, the district posted an announcement that all volunteers had resigned effective immediately, temporarily suspending operations within the district "due to wishes of community."

"In response ALL volunteers resigned effect...