From, the News-Leader: Northfield Center (Ohio) Fire Chief Robert Derrit has retired after 24 years with the department. He served as chief for six and a half years.

Derrit announced his plan to retire in an e-mail to trustees in late May. His departure comes as the township is on the cusp of forming a fire district with another township on Aug. 1.

Asst. Chief Dave Enzman has been named Derrit's successor.