Arkansas Division of Emergency Management Appoints Next State Fire Marshal

ADEM appoints new state fire marshal | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management has named its newest state fire marshal.

ADEM appoints new state fire marshal

The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management has named its newest state fire marshal.

John Hogue Named Arkansas State Fire Marshal After Nationwide Search

The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management has appointed John Hogue as the state's new Fire Marshal after Hogue spent nearly two months serving in the position on an acting basis. Hogue was named acting State Fire Marshal following the retirement of Dennis Free, who stepped down July 1st after a 45-year career in fire protection and prevention. ADEM conducted a statewide search before announcing Hogue's permanent appointment Monday. Hogue bri…

Arkansas Division of Emergency Management appoints next State Fire Marshal

John Hogue will take over the role immediately, bringing vast experience and certification to ADEM.

John Hogue appointed as state fire marshal

The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management has appointed John Hogue as the next State Fire Marshal, bringing 32 years of specialized experience in fire, explosion, and hazardous materials investigations to the role.

Hogue named Arkansas’ new state fire marshal

The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management announced John Hogue had been appointed the new state fire marshal on Aug. 24, 2026. (Photo courtesy of ADEM)Longtime investigator John Hogue has been appointed the next state fire marshal, the Arkansas Division of Emergency Management announced Monday.  Hogue is a certified investigator of fire and explosions, and a licensed private investigator, according to a press release from the agency. Hogue, …