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El Paso Fire Chief Jonathan Killings Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award

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Jonathan Killings, the first Black fire chief in El Paso's history, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the El Paso Black Hall of Fame's induction ceremony on February 7, 2026. This recognition highlights his nearly three-decade career with the El Paso Fire Department, where he has demonstrated unwavering commitment and leadership. The event will celebrate 15 individuals and one organization who have made significant contributions to the Black community in El Paso. Killings' journey reflects a personal commitment to service, shaped by his early life experiences and the loss of his father, and it underscores the importance of Black leadership in the city.

Key Details: • Induction ceremony on February 7, 2026, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Starlight Event Center. • Killings is the first Black fire chief in the El Paso Fire Department's 140-year history. • The event honors individuals who have had a lasting impact on El Paso's Black community.

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