Oregon has brought a new fire chief on board, and he brings 30 years of experience and a firefighter’s bloodline with him.
Mike Knoup was appointed Fire Chief on Sept. 30, taking the place of former chief Al Green, who resigned.
Knoup is not lacking for experience; he has around 30 years experience as a firefighter, EMT, and paramedic.
He’s served several communities besides Oregon, including Pecatonica, German Township, and Springfield, Ohio.
He first wound up in Oregon through his employment with ATS Medical Services in Loves Park, and has become very familiar with the department over his three years serving as EMT and firefighter.