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FIRE ACADEMY GRADUATES

Columbia College's Fire Academy presented certificates of completion to 17 graduates of the training program on Dec. 8. The certificates were awarded based on completion of the required academic and manipulative training for certification as a California Firefighter I.

Still required are six months of full-time or one year of part-time field experience before applying to the state for Firefighter I Certification.

"Most of the graduates have obtained paying positions at local fire departments since entering the academy," said Joe Doherty, college fire technology instructor. "In addition, all but one will continue their studies at Columbia College to pursue associate degrees."

Fire technology scholarships were awarded to Erasmo Martinez Jr., Fire Academy Director's Award; Modesto's Michael Vargas, Fire Academy Instructors' Award; and Jordan Reyes, Firefighters' Memorial Award.

HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Habitat for Humanity, Stanislaus, in order to give youth a chance to work on construction sites normally closed to those under 16, created HabitatNOW, special builds for youth. They are specifically designed for youth ages 10-18, although everyone is welcome.

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that partners with low income families to create affordable housing solutions. This is the perfect opportunity for youth to get involved in the community and spread some holiday cheer while having fun.

"I had a great time," said Jackie Bobson, a senior at Modesto High and a past participant. "Painting houses turned out to be a lot of fun and I loved knowing that I had done something good for my community."

The next build will be on Dec. 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with registration starting at 10:45 a.m. It will be at Hope Village, which is located on the east end of Houser Lane in Modesto.

For more information call, Nora Cassidy, Youth Coordinator, at 968-9896 or email HabitatNOW@gmail.com.

HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE

The U.S. Naval Sea Cadets Modesto Division will host an open house at the armory at Kansas Avenue and Emerald Avenue on Saturday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cadets and staff will be on hand to answer any questions that may arise.

The program is for those teenagers that are interested in the Sea Services — the Navy, Coast Guard and the Merchant Marines.

For more information, call 409-6900.

To submit information to Buzzz's In Brief, e-mail teens@modbee.com.