Before Monday’s announcement, News4JAX spoke with Chief Powers about his transition into retirement, and if he had any input or provided any recommendations to the mayor as to who should become JFRD’s ...

After nearly 30 years with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Chief Keith Powers will retire from his post at the end of June, city officials announced.

City Council President Randy White — himself a former firefighter — said Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers’ impact has left a lasting mark on the department and the ...

Fire Chief Keith Powers, who has lead JFRD for six years and worked there for 29 years, is retiring.

Percy Golden, who has served as manager of emergency preparedness and has worked for JFRD for 21 years, was nominated. He still has to be confirmed by city council.

Mayor Deegan appoints Percy Golden Jr. as Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department's new leader, while JSO expresses support for the partnership between agencies.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers said the number of unsheltered people has dramatically dropped since it introduced an initiative to reduce homelessness.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers is set to retire soon, according to Jacksonville City Council President Randy White.

The search began after the current fire chief, Keith Powers, announced an early retirement in May. He will be leaving on June 30. Lots of current and former firefighters applied for the top spot.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Chief Keith Powers will retire on June 30 after more than two decades of service.