Three local fire departments will receive $25,000 each from the Marshall County Commission toward the purchase of new trucks.
Commissioners unanimously approved a total of $75,000 in contributions for the Limestone, Washington Lands and Boggs Run volunteer fire departments during their regular meeting Tuesday.
According to county Administrator Betsy Frohnapfel, the commission puts aside $25,000 each year for any department purchasing a new truck.
On average, the trucks in question range from $250,000 to $400,000 in price.