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Leawood Names Veteran Fire Chief | Kansas City News
Leawood has tapped Andrew Grove, a 28-year veteran of the Overland Park Fire Department and fifth-generation firefighter, as its new chief. Rising from firefighter to Deputy Chief of Operations, Grove brings deep local knowledge, a master’s degree, and proven leadership — qualities praised by the mayor as essential for building on the department’s community service. He’ll join the city’s executive team overseeing emergency preparedness and long-term planning, stepping in for retiring Chief Colin Fitzgerald. Interim Chief Scott Gilmore will remain in place until Grove’s official start on…
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