City Manager Toby Dougherty announced Monday the appointment of Ryan Hagans as the new deputy fire chief for the city of Hays.

Hagans was promoted from fire captain and assumed his new position on Sept. 28.

Hagans started his employment with the city of Hays in 2003 as a firefighter, and also has served as a lieutenant and most captain.

The deputy fire chief position was vacated after previous Deputy Fire Chief Wendy Schumacher retired after 39 years with the city of Hays.

Eagle Mike Cooper had the opportunity to talk with Hagans recently as part of the Community Connection series. Click HERE to view the interview.