Duette Fire & Rescue chief says no to consolidation. BY Julia Hazel Manatee County. UPDATED 8:14 PM ET May. 16, 2024 PUBLISHED 7:59 PM ET May 16, 2024 PUBLISHED 7:59 PM EDT May 16, 2024.

Leininger became interim fire chief following the retirement of former Chief Jeffrey Henningfield in January. Additionally, Andy Pritzl was sworn in as battalion chief and Alex Hagen was sworn in ...