Achievers & Accolades

Elizabethtown names Employees of the Year

By Staff Report, posted 1 month ago

Several employees of the Town of Elizabethtown were celebrated at the 2024 Employee Appreciation luncheon on Friday, Dec. 6 at the Cape Fear Winery.

From left to right: Town of Elizabethtown Mayor Sylvia Campbell, Captain Allston Freeman and Town Manager Dane Rideout. 

Allston Freeman, a Captain with the Elizabethtown Fire Department, was named the Town’s 2024 Employee of the Year. Captain Freeman was recognized for his contributions to the Fire Department and the community.  Freeman has over 14 years in Fire Service.

“Despite facing medical issues this year, Captain Freeman remained steadfast in his dedication to the fire service”, Town Manager Dane Rideout said in a press release, citing that the Captain set an example of perseverance to others by “showing that true professionalism extends beyond physical ability and includes mental fortitude and determination.”

“One of the key aspects of Captain Freeman’s work is his consistent willingness to assist in all situations, whether it be a traffic crash, a medical emergency, or a fire,” Rideout added. “His proactive approach ensures that not only are the immediate needs of those affected met, but his team can function more effectively and safely.”

Other employees recognized were:

From left to right: Town of Elizabethtown Mayor Sylvia Campbell, Director of Communications and Marketing Terri Dennison and Town Manager Dane Rideout. 
  • 5-Year Service Award: Police Officer Robert Duggan and Director of Communications and Marketing Terri Dennison
  • 15- Year Service Award: Police Detective Thomas Davis
Group photo of new hires. 

New Hires:

  • Fire Department: Allston Freeman and Hunter Long
  • Police Department: Chris Butler
  • Public Works: Steven Batton, John Duffy, Dillon Hemmingway, Will Lee and Joe Ramsey
From left to right: Police Detective Thomas Davis, Town of Elizabethtown Mayor Sylvia Campbell and Town Manager Dane Rideout. 

 

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