The Beloit Fire Department bid one of their own a happy retirement after more than 28 years of service. Assistant Chief Tim Curtis retired Friday after 28 years, four months and four days serving as a firefighter, relief motor pump operator, motor pump operator, fire investigator, paramedic, acting lieutenant, deputy chief and assistant fire chief. The Beloit Firefighters Local 583 hosted a luncheon for Curtis, who said he was proud of the progress he has seen in the department during his tenure.