Arkansas Appoints Veteran Fire Marshal | Little Rock News

Arkansas just tapped a true firehouse legend for its new State Fire Marshal: John Hogue, a 32-year veteran with boots on the ground in every kind of emergency—from arson to bombs to hazmat. He’s investigated over 1,500 fires and explosions across the state, worn every badge from investigator to bomb squad tech, and earned top-tier credentials including FBI certifications. With a career built on grit, precision, and safety, ADEM Director AJ Gary says Hogue’s leadership is exactly what Arkansas needs to keep its communities secure. He’s already hitting the ground running—ready to lead the charge on fire safety statewide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d36d3e6ba1dbcf2d