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December 5, 2025

Local fire chief awarded new home services

On Nov. 21, Rescue Rooter of Columbus surprised Richwood resident and Northwestern Joint Fire District Chief Dave Hawkins with a new HVAC system and water heater as part of the ARS Cares Community Heroes program. Pictured above, from left, Steven Evans with Columbus Worthington Air, Levi Porter with Rescue Rooter, Matt Daubenmire with Columbus Worthington Air, Jennifer Hawkins, Dave Hawkins, Jose Cedano with Rescue Rooter, Brian Shupe with Rescue Rooter and Josh Coleman with Columbus Worthington Air. (Photo submitted)

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