Fire merger of Grapeview, Central Mason now complete

The voter-approved merger of Grapeview Fire District 3 with Central Mason Fire District 5 happened July 1.

The merger easily passed on May's ballot.

Both District 3's Chief Patti Graber and District 5's Fire & EMS Chief Jeff Snyder said at the time they were happy with the vote.

The main station on Grapeview Loop Road will have increased staff and will eliminate duplicate services, allowing more firefighters and paramedics to respond to calls, the chiefs said in May.

"Our new Central Mason team is excited for our enhanced service that will be provided to our citizens," Central Mason Fire & EMS...