Saturday Fires Keep Local Crews Running
A barbecue hosted by the Poplar Volunteer Fire Department was interrupted by sirens before the grill was even set up Saturday, April 17. The barbecue, planned for 2 p.m. at the cultural center in Poplar, was intended to thank area first responders for their assistance during recent fires that threatened residences in Poplar.
The day began with a siren for a grass fire north of Poplar at 9 a.m.