Budrow Will Not Be Taking Time Off Before Returning to Police Chief Position
Sheriff Paul Budrow will not be taking time off before returning as Police Chief in the Twisp Police Department, Mayor Hans Smith told MVE on Monday. Budrow’s last day at the sheriff’s office will be Monday, April 6. Smith said he would like to swear in Budrow, but that week is spring break and Smith…
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