Grand Opening of Fire Station #13 and Sutallee Community Center Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services (CCFES) and Cherokee Recreation & Parks recently celebrated the grand opening of the new Fire Station #13 and Sutallee Community Center. Located at 134 Ficklen Church Way, west of Canton, the new facility spans over 12,000 square feet and includes a fire station, fire apparatus bays, and a dedicated community room.The ceremony, emceed by Captain Michael Sims, featured an invocation by Reverend Billy Edmondson and a Presentation of the Colors by the CCFES Honor Guard. Fire Chief Eddie Robinson, Recreation & Parks Division Director Shawn Schumacher, District 3 Commissioner Benny Carter, Board of Commissioners Chairman Harry Johnston, KRH Architects representative Matt Parton, and Cooper & Company Director of Construction Kurt Main each addressed the audience, highlighting the significance of the new station for the community.More than 200 community members participated in the celebration, which included a ceremonial hose uncoupling by firefighters to officially open the facility. Demonstrations showcased vehicle extrication, hose deployment, and rapid-dress techniques, while tours of the new station and apparatus were offered to guests.The new facility is designed to last 50-100 years and is equipped with a fire engine, ambulance, and swift-water rescue boat. CCFES invites the community to tour the new station when visiting the area.
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