TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – Tonight on East Texas Tonight, we’re getting to know the man leading one of East Texas’ busiest fire departments.
Greg Grimes was recently named Fire Chief of the Longview Fire Department after more than 30 years in the fire service. Throughout his career, he’s served as a firefighter, paramedic, instructor, rescue specialist, and leader during some of the state’s most challenging emergencies. From teaching future firefighters to responding to natural disasters across Texas, Chief Grimes has dedicated his life to protecting others.
Tonight, we’ll learn more about the person behind the badge, what brought him to East Texas, and what life looks like when he’s not answering emergency calls.
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