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The State Fire Academy graduated nearly 30 recruits Thursday, marking its 50th anniversary. The recruits completed a seven-week course qualifying them to serve in fire departments across the state.

Bardwell served as training coordinator and instructor chief at the Mississippi State Fire Academy. He also instructs for the National Fire Academy. He has conducted leadership and incident ...