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Austin Fire pins badges on 26 new firefighters after 28-week academy
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The Austin Fire Department held a graduation ceremony for Class 141, which completed a 28-week academy that began 08/25/2025. Twenty-six cadets received awards, had badges pinned and took the oath of office before department leaders and community partners.
The Austin Fire Department on Tuesday honored 26 recruits who completed a 28-week cadet academy, pinning badges, presenting awards and administering the oath of office at a ceremony attended by department leaders and community partners.
Captain Matthew Martin, who oversees cadet training, said the class began on 08/25/2025 and that the 26 graduates "have met our rigorous physical, mental, and ethical standards" and will assume responsibilities as Austin firefighters. He thanked training staff, civilian support, family members and partner agencies for their roles…
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