Blacksher takes reins of Wellington Emergency Medical Services

Wellington Emergency Medical Service first responders gather Saturday, Jan. 4 for the annual banquet to recap 2024. Samantha Blacksher and Charmayne Hampton accepted EMT of the Year accolades. Front row, from left, Carle Kemp, Ethan Cummings, Noah Downing, Krystle Tarver, Hampton. Back row, from left: Logan Cummings, Blacksher, Michael Ryan, Farris Nation. Not pictured: Matt Orr. Courtesy Photo

WELLINGTON — While Farris Nation, Wellington Emergency Medical Services (EMS) administrator, instructor and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), announced his resignation as administrator, Samantha Blacksher, assistant administrator for the past two years, has promoted to the leadership position.Nation made his announcement during the 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 annual banquet of ...

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