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Bellevue Firefighter Heads to World Rowing Stage | Seattle News
Bellevue firefighter Sam Halbert is set to represent the U.S. at the 2026 World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam, competing in the men’s pair with teammate Blake Vogel—turning his firefighting heroics into global stage glory. The Bellevue Fire Department is buzzing, dubbing him “Boy in the Boat” and promising to watch every race, proving that real-life heroes can chase dreams beyond the firehouse. Mark your calendars: August 24–30, 2026—when Halbert takes on the world’s best rowers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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