Blackstone’s Firefighter of the Year for 2025 is a busy working man who makes time for his family and the volunteer department. Matthew Oakes received the honor during the department’s annual banquet in December at the Pickett Officers Club. The selection is made in secret voting by the department’s membership. Chief Zac Beares said Oakes’ “commitment to serve the community […]
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