Tri-Community Fire Department

06/21/2026

We are thankful for TCFD Deputy Chief Shane Saucier and his commitment to Public Safety in our community and throughout the state.

Meet Your Executive Board

The Mississippi Fire Fighters Association is proud to introduce Shane Saucier, Southern Volunteer Representative.

Shane Saucier serves as the Southern Volunteer Representative for the Mississippi Fire Fighters Association, representing volunteer firefighters across the Southwest, Southeast, and Southern Districts of Mississippi.

With 14 years of fire service experience, Shane currently serves as Deputy Chief of Tri-Community Fire Department in Columbia, Mississippi. In addition to his fire service responsibilities, he works as the South Mississippi Sales Representative for MES Life Safety, where he has the opportunity to support and work alongside fire departments throughout the region.

Throughout his career, Shane has been a strong advocate for volunteer firefighters, focusing on advancing training and education, enhancing emergency response capabilities, and promoting the needs of the fire service. He believes that communication, collaboration, and leadership are critical to the continued success of Mississippi’s volunteer fire departments.

As a member of the MFFA Executive Board, Shane is committed to being a voice for firefighters across Mississippi and looks forward to working with departments throughout the state to strengthen the fire service and better serve our communities.

Thank you, Shane, for your dedication, leadership, and continued service to Mississippi's fire service.

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06/21/2026

🚨 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 🚨

As temperatures rise and families spend more time around pools, lakes, rivers, and boats, the members of Tri-Community Fire Department want to remind everyone that water can become dangerous in a matter of seconds, especially for young children.

💦 𝐏𝐨𝐨𝐥 & 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲
• Never leave children unattended in or around water, even for a moment.
• Designate a responsible adult as a “Water Watcher” whose sole job is supervising children.
• Avoid distractions such as cell phones, conversations, or chores while supervising swimmers.
• Keep pools secured with fences, self-closing gates, and locked access points.
• Remember that drowning is often silent and can happen much faster than most people realize.

🛟 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲
• Children should wear a properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket whenever boating, kayaking, or participating in water activities.
• Ensure all straps, buckles, and zippers are secured.
• The life jacket should fit snugly and not ride up over the child’s ears when lifted at the shoulders.
• Never rely on inflatable toys or floaties as a substitute for a life jacket.
• Set a good example, adults should wear life jackets too.

⚠️ 𝐀 𝐅𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐚 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫
Stay close, stay alert, and make water safety a priority every time your family is near the water.

Together, we can help ensure everyone enjoys a safe and fun summer. Let’s all stay cool this summer, but remember, water safety is everyone’s responsibility.

—𝙏𝙧𝙞-𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩

06/17/2026

06/12/2026

We definitely appreciate this! This is a great program. We are thankful for the new bed frames for our residential firefighter program!

The Marion County Regional Correctional Facility is proud to partner with our local first responders, including the dedicated volunteer fire departments that serve our communities. Through the vocational training programs offered at our facility, inmates were able to build specialized beds for use in fire department living quarters.

Serving Marion County is truly a team effort, and we are honored to contribute in a meaningful way. By combining workforce development with community partnerships, we are helping support the men and women who work every day to keep our county safe. We are proud to be part of that team and grateful for the opportunity to serve alongside our fellow public safety agencies.

06/01/2026

The members of Tri-Community Fire Department would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to President and Past Chief Dewayne Stuckey on being recognized and awarded Lifetime Membership in the Mississippi Firefighters Association.

Chief Stuckey’s fire service career began in 1975 and spans more than 50 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Marion County and the State of Mississippi. Throughout his remarkable career, he has served in numerous leadership roles within Tri-Community Fire Department, including Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, Training Officer, Assistant Chief, firefighter, EMS First Responder, and President of the Department Board.

His commitment to the fire service reaches far beyond our local community. Chief Stuckey has been an active member of the Mississippi Firefighters Association since 1978, served as President of the Mississippi Volunteer Firefighters Association, represented Mississippi on the National Volunteer Fire Council, and played a significant role in developing standards and procedures that continue to benefit firefighters across our state. Along with many more roles.

This prestigious Lifetime Membership recognizes a lifetime of dedication, leadership, mentorship, and unwavering service to the fire service. His contributions have impacted countless firefighters and communities throughout Mississippi, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.

Please join us in congratulating Dewayne Stuckey on this well-deserved honor and thanking him for his extraordinary service to Tri-Community Fire Department, Marion County, and the fire service across Mississippi.

🚒 Congratulations, Chief Stuckey, and thank you for your lifetime of service! 🚒

Also, enjoy some photos throughout Chief Stuckey’s fire service tenure.

05/31/2026

This past week, members of Tri Community Fire Department, Columbia Fire Department, Pine Burr Fire Department and Southwest Marion Fire Department attended the 89th Annual Mississippi Fire Chiefs and Firefighters Conference in Biloxi, Mississippi.

During the conference, a memorial service was held to honor and remember members of the fire service who have passed away over the past year. Among those recognized was our own firefighter, Donna Fite. Mrs. Donna dedicated many years of service as an active member of our department and was a valued part of our fire service family.

Chief Tyler Creel received his certificate for successfully completing the Mississippi Chief Officer Designation Program, a significant achievement that reflects his commitment to professional development and leadership within the fire service.

Deputy Chief Shane Saucier was reappointed to his position representing volunteer firefighters across the southern part of Mississippi, continuing his service and advocacy for volunteer departments across Mississippi.

We are proud to represent our departments and community while continuing to learn, grow, and serve.

05/17/2026

Proud of one of our own. Lieutenant Chris Rogers was recently recognized by the City of Prentiss and the Prentiss Police Department for his actions in helping save the life of a young individual during a critical incident.

Chris showed compassion, professionalism, and calmness under pressure in a situation that could have ended tragically. We are thankful for his dedication to serving others, both in law enforcement and the fire service.

Please join us in congratulating Lt. Rogers on this well-deserved recognition. We are proud to have him as part of our department family.

STEPPED INTO ACTION: A normal patrol for Prentiss Police Sgt. Christopher Rogers turned into an emergency in moments. ⬇️

05/01/2026

04/30/2026

On April 27, 2026, the Tri-Community Fire Department held its annual board meeting. During this meeting, elections were conducted for both board members and department officers.

The Chief’s report was presented, covering the period from April 2025 through March 2026. During this time, the department responded to a record-breaking 𝟒𝟗𝟗 calls for service.

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬
This year marked the highest call volume in the department’s history.

Breakdown of Calls:
- Structure Fires: 21 (12 mutual aid)
- Fire Alarms: 13
- Vehicle Fires: 11
- Grass/Woods Fires: 104
- Motor Vehicle Accidents: 64 (5 with extrication)
- EMS Calls: 255 (3 CPR saves)
- Other Calls: 21

𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬

- Improved Insurance Rating: Achieved a Class 6 Fire Rating, reflecting our continued commitment to improving fire protection and community safety.
- Apparatus Upgrades: Placed an order for a new rescue engine, purchased a replacement for Brush 5, and are working to place it into service.
- Grant Award: Secured a forestry grant to purchase equipment for our brush units, enhancing our wildland firefighting capabilities.
- Training Excellence: Members completed a total of 1,643 training hours this year. Twelve (12) members successfully completed Rural Driver Operator training through the Mississippi State Fire Academy. The department also conducted multiple extrication and rescue training sessions, along with several live fire burns in donated structures and at the county training facility, ensuring our personnel continue to build and enhance their skills.
- New Equipment: Placed a new hydraulic combi tool into service on Engine 3, improving our automobile extrication capabilities.
- Medical Enhancements: Added two new AEDs to our fleet and facilities, strengthening our response to cardiac emergencies.
- Technology and Administration:
- Updated the department website, allowing the community to make secure online donations.
- Transitioned nearly all recordkeeping to electronic systems.

𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲

Over the past year, our Fire and Life Safety program continued to make a strong impact in the community. Sparky attended 15 events and reached approximately 973 children, helping educate them on fire prevention and safety.

We are proud of the dedication and commitment shown by our members throughout this past year. Our volunteers continue to serve our community with professionalism and a strong willingness to respond whenever called upon.

We also want to extend a sincere thank you to our community for your continued support. Whether through donations, encouragement, or simply trusting us to serve you, your support plays a vital role in our ability to operate and grow. Tri-Community Fire Department is proud to serve and protect each and every one of you.

𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 – 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬

Front row (left to right): Haley Matheny, Treasurer; Brenda Rutland, Secretary and Fire and Life Safety Educator Officer.

Back row (left to right): Shane Saucier, Deputy Chief; Loren Monk, Vice President; Stuart Walley, Captain; Coty Morgan, Lieutenant; Cory Matheny, Captain; Don Moree, Lieutenant and Safety Officer; Johnathan Roger, Public Relations Officer; Chris Rogers, Lieutenant; Dewayne Stuckey, President; Tyler Creel, Chief.