Fairfield Glade Fire Chief Chris Young has resigned from his position.

Young did not give a reason for his decision.

He will continue to serve with the fire department.

Young has been with the Fairfield Glade Fire Department for a decade. He was appointed chief back in March of this year.

The Fairfield Glade Fire Department says Kirk McLaughlin will officially be the new chief starting January 1, 2024. McLaughlin will fill in as acting fire chief until then.