VIDEO: The Mason City Fire Department promoted two firefighters Tuesday afternoon, and swore in one new fireman. Firefighters Bob Rush and Gary Akins were promoted to Lieutenant, and Christopher Ward was sworn in as a firefighter and EMT. Dozens were in attendance for the ceremony at the fire station, including Mayor Bill Schickel and City Administrator Aaron Burnett. Lieutenant Rush says he is honored to receive this new promotion. “It’s very humbling,” said Lt. Rush, who has worked for MCFD since Sept. 2001. “I’ve been in the fire service for several years and to finally be rewarded with the promotion – it’s very humbling.”