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Fire Prevention Week
October 4-10, 2015
A Special Supplement to The Standard Newspaper and the Northeast Iowa Extra
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We proudly salute our area Firefighters & Emergency Medical Professionals
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West Side Garage
429 9th St. SW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4476
Waukon Tire Center
GOODYEARHwy. 76 N. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4581
Krambeers Barber Shop
Ken Krambeer
30 W. Main St. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4318
WAUKON, IOWA
WAUKON FIRE DEPARTMENTLeft to right - Front row: John Kerndt, Neil Becker, Gary Gus Berger, Bill Campbell, Wayne Howe, Bob Zahn, Glenn Krueger, Don Haler,
Tom Kerndt, Glen Mathis, Randy Murphy, Robert Campbell, Jim Ryan (Safety), Al Rissman, Paul Mathis (1st Assistant Chief). Second row: Brian Bodensteiner, Mike Horns (Training), Josh Hager, Dave Martin (Chief), Mike Hennessy, Pete Grangaard,
Kris Krueger (1st Lieutenant), Bill Hennessy (2nd Assistant Chief), Kyle Halverson (Secretary/Treasurer), Troy Gress (Education), Rick Larson, Dan Anderson, Ron Herman, Joe Kroack. Back row: Mitch Regan, Tony Beneke, Neal Corwin, Mike Wadsworth, Judd Larson, Tyler ONeill (Fire Marshal), Pat Egan, Todd Leikvold, Zack Christensen, Zack Woodbeck, Nathan Hennessy,
Shawn Gordon, Garth Cooper, Dakota Hawes, Carter Clark. Not pictured: Gary Bulman, Darrell Rogness, Brad Krambeer (2nd Lieutenant), Troy Lubahn, Dave Blocker, Chris Dahlstrom, Justin Sweeney, Justin Piggott, Dominick Mellick.
Photo by Katie Hennessy of Cotcolor Photography.
WAUKON FIRE DEPARTMENT2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 86: 26 structure fires, 7 car accidents, 5 grass/field fires, 4 missing persons, 9 false/smoke alarms, 12 vehicle fires, 5 hazardous material, 4 chimney fires, 6 natural gas leaks, 8 carbon monoxide calls.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: Built the new fire station.
Gordys Auto Body
Gordy & Mike Kaeser710 W. Main St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2748
Kurth Plumbing &
Heating101 1st Ave. NW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-3680
Howards Home
Furnishings40 West Main St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2210
Cyndas West Side Cafe
927 West Main St. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-2017
Tri-State Hay Auctions8th Ave. NW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4722
Whitetail Landscaping
Garrett Cooper
Waukon, IA(563) 568-9218
S&D Cafe13 W. Main St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-9944
MAINTENANCE REPAIRS PARTS PERFORMANCE ACCESSORIES
563-568-2048
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Kent Sw ney
Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6, Sat. 7-Noon
104 1st Ave. NW WaukonUTV
Accessories!
1095 State Hwy. 9 Waukon, IA
563-568-2055www.regancrest.com
To All Firefi ghters and EMS Personnel...
We take this time to thank you
for your commitment,
dedication and service!
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Northeast Auto Body22 2nd St. NW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2848
Cunningham Hardware & Rental
43 W. Main St. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4553
VMH EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICELeft to right - Front row: Dave Martin (EMT), Cheryl Livingston (Paramedic), Sara Berges (EMT),
Claire Butchkoski (Paramedic). Back row: Jim Ryan (EMT), Jeff Mitchell (Paramedic, EMS Supervisor), Seth Bulman (Paramedic), Lawrence Benda (EMT-I), Loren Mitchell (Paramedic), Chuck Votsmier (EMT),
Chris Dahlstrom (Paramedic), Dennis Dahlstrom (EMT), Marsha Benda (EMT). Not pictured: Billie Jones (EMT), Gene Leiran (EMT), Theresa Callahan (Paramedic),
Diane Butikofer (EMT, RN/ER Supervisor).
VMH AMBULANCE SERVICE2014 Fiscal Year Total
EMS Calls: 535: 250 911 calls, 173 transfers, 16 intercepts, 96 no transport.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: Added nitrous oxide for pain relief.
WAUKON, IOWA
Waukon City Club
Bar & Grill39 W. Main St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2656
Reiser Implement
Inc.740 9th St. NW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-4526
Kurth Plumbing &
Heating101 1st Ave. NW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-3680
Petersons Auto Repair560 11th Ave. SW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2933
Waukon State Bank22 West Main St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-3451
Member FDIC
Waukon Greenhouse
27 Spring Ave. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-3711
Black Hills Energy
1783 Hwy. 9 Decorah, IA
888-890-5554
Benjegerdes Machine Inc.
901 3rd Ave. SWWaukon, IA
(563) 568-4305
Shawver Well
Company, Inc.
Waukon, IA800-435-0798
The Inside Story Salon
Kelly Wille
205 1st St. NE Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4545
AcenTek Ascending
Technology888-404-4940
Physical Therapy
Clinic1650 Allamakee St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2176
Veterans Memorial Hospital WAUKON, IOWA563-568-3411
Exceptional Care by Exceptional People
Sweeney Homes
230 7th Ave. SE Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4968
INSURANCE FOR TOWN AND FARM
GFMutual Insurance Association
20 Spring Ave., Waukon, IA(563) 568-3148
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Pizza & Steakhouse
508 West Main St. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-6015
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WATERVILLE FIRE & AMBULANCE DEPARTMENTS
Left to right - Front row: Dustin Lenz-EMT, Dennis Nebendahl-EMT, Darcy Mathis-EMT, Loren Mitchell-Paramedic (2nd Assistant Chief), Brad Yohe (Assistant Chief), Dan Liddiard (Fire Chief),
Bob Kubitz (Assistant Captain), Grady Dunham, Chip Lamb. Second row: Ashley Johnson-Driver, Diane Rathbun-EMT, Doug Kubitz, Rob Grangaard, Ian McCormick, Gunnar Grangaard,
Roxanne Dahlstrom Hawkins, Caitlin Troendle. Third row: Jeff Mitchell-Paramedic, Dave Monserud (Driver), Bob Schlitter, Brian Streeper, Sam Hoins, Josh Praska, Scott Boylen.
Not pictured: EMS providers Jeff Goettel (Paramedic), Carol Gaunitz (EMT), Carol Jeglum (EMT), Gene Leiran (EMT), Gregg Hoins (Captain and Driver), and fire department members Matt Hawkins,
Shawn Murphy, Alex Cot, Cory Troendle.
WATERVILLE, IOWA
McMillan Muffler
10 1st St. NW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-6355
WATERVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 19: 2 grass fires, 7 house fires, 5 car accidents, 2 missing persons, 3 mutual aid.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: Many training exercises done in the last year and many more planned county wide in the next year. Much preparation is being made in the event of a train derailment in the county.
WATERVILLE AMBULANCEDepartment Officers:
President Loren Mitchell, Vice-President Carol Gaunitz, Secretary Dennis Nebendahl, Treasurer Diane Rathbun.
Total Calls Per Year: 50
Waukon Dental
18 1st Ave. NW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4528
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Brodahl Veterinary
Service460 11th Ave. SW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2175
EWING REAL ESTATE & AUCTIONS
7 West Main St., Waukon, IA Ph. (563) 568-4371 Fax: (563) 568-2468 Dick Sullivan & Sharon Kubitz, Brokers
Firefighters & EMS Personnel...
Thank You for All Your Hard Work.
FARMERS & MERCHANTS SAVINGS BANK
201 W. Main St., Waukon, IA - (563) 568-3417 1798 Old Stage Rd., Decorah, IA - (563) 382-3837 E-Mail: [email protected] www.fmsb4me.com Our Prime Interest Is You
Thank You EMS & Firefighters for Your Service!www.westsideautosales.net 800-805-3292
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR AREA FIREFIGHTERS AND EMS PERSONNEL!
Trailer Sales! H&H & KieferDealer
WAUKON, IA
Hardees503 Rossville Rd.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-4438
Monroe Auction Service
276 Hwy. 51 Postville, IA
(563) 864-7346
Chad Kelly, Owner - 20 + Years Experience Free Estimates State Licensed & Insured
Thank You Firefi ghters & EMS Personnel
for Your Dedication to the
Community
Kelly ConcreteChad Kelly, Owner - 20 + Years Experience Free Estimates State Licensed & Insured
Kelly ConcreteKelly Concrete563-535-7649
Kelly ConcreteKelly ConcreteKelly ConcreteWaukon, Iowa
Carquest Auto Parts805 W. Main St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-3481
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Dee Implement
Waukon, IA (563) 568-4511
New Albin, IA (563) 544-4282
NEW ALBIN, IOWA
NEW ALBIN FIRE & RESCUELeft to right: Barry Stahl (EMT/EMS Coordinator), Chris Herbst, Steve Darling, Paul Whalen (EMT),
Joel Monroe, Brittany Darling (EMT), Dale Mauss, Ellie Harmon (Secretary), Jon Johnson (Lieutenant/Safety Officer), Troy Riehm (EMT), Aaron Mitchell,
Jon Sommermeyer (EMT/Lieutenant/Safety Officer/Treasurer), Mike Reburn (EMT/Chief), Dave Smith, Eric Siebring, Jamie Krenzki, Kevan Meiners.
Not pictured:Rob Burrichter, John Burroughs (EMT), Pat Mauss (Assistant Chief), Steve Meiners (EMT/Assistant Chief), Wayne Meyer, Ben Reburn, Dan Reburn,
Jacob Reburn, Tom Reburn, Kent Tanner (EMT).
Sires Oil Co.
125 Main St. SW New Albin, IA
(563) 544-4225
Valley Ag191 Main St. SW
New Albin, IA(563) 544-4242
Harmons High
Chaparall247 Ross Ave. SW
New Albin, IA(563) 544-4272
Mauss Electric
New Albin, IA(563) 544-4252
Wings606 Waterloo
Creek Dr. Dorchester, IA
(563) 497-3353
Larres Service &
Repair808 1st Ave. SW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-6821
Byrnes Landscaping
Services726 Sunflower Dr.
Dorchester, IA(563) 568-2144
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RW Pladsen Inc.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-6357
Fareway Economical Food Stores
Waukon, IAGrocery (563) 568-5017
Meat (563) 568-5018
JaDeccS, Inc.
17 First St. NW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-6378
NEW ALBIN FIRE DEPARTMENT2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 14: 5 structure fires, 3 car accidents, 2 carbon monoxide calls, 2 grass fires, 2 misc.
2014 Fiscal Year Total Ambulance Calls: 42
The Pet Stop
1658 Sunrise Ct. New Albin, IA
(563) 544-4325
208 Hwy. 9 SW, Waukon, IAwww.waukonpowersports.com (563) 568-4025
208 Hwy. 9 SW, Waukon, IA563-568-3471www.waukonharley.com
THANK YOUTO ALL LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENTS AND EMERGENCY
MEDICAL SERVICE PERSONNEL. WE APPRECIATE EACH & EVERY ONE OF YOU.
Waukon Harley-Davidson
118 Main St. NE, New Albin, IA 563-544-4214 1-888-689-1898www.newalbinsavingsbank.com
Thank YouFire ghters & EMS PersonnelFire ghters & EMS Personnel
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HARPERS FERRY, IOWA
Scott Houg State Farm Insurance
Waukon, IA(563) 568-3046
Allamakee County
Democrats(563) 538-4314
Paid for by the Allamakee County
Democratic Central Committee
Sweeney Auction ServiceWaukon, IA
(563) 568-2464
Welch Feed & LP Gas
2121 Four Corners Rd. NE
Waukon, IA(563) 568-6232
Lydon Electric Motors
802 W. Main St. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-3504
Hacker, Nelson & Co.,
P.C., CPAs19 1st Ave. NW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-4567
HARPERS FERRY, IOWA
Blake Excavating
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2729
Sycamore Floral
116 Rossville Rd. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-3676
HARPERS FERRY RESCUE SQUADLeft to right - Front row: Becky Benzing, Brigid Cota, Amy McCormick, Mike Collins.
Back row: Stuart Farnum, Joe Mohn, Dave Cota, Jason McGeough, Lindsey Deason, Bruce Benzing. Not pictured: Leah Benzing, Laurie Moody.
TASC2213 Mt. Olivet
Rd. NW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4060
HARPERS FERRY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Left to right - Front row: Steve Weighner (Secretary), Sean Collins, Brad Benzing, Bernie Gruman, Bruce Benzing (Training Officer), Eric Weymiller, Ron Cota, Robert Vavra. Back row: Mike Collins, Dave Cota (Chief) Jason McGeough (Assistant Chief), Joe Mohn, Stuart Farnum, Ryan Collins, Bob Cota, Mark Jones, Pat Cota,
Pete Kiel. Not Pictured: Mike Moody (2nd Assistant), Steve Hanson, Jack Heffern, Glenn Delaney, Keith McCormick, Gerry Weis.
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AREA FIREFIGHTERS
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Mick Eberhart 205 1st Ave. NW, Waukon, IA563-568-3304 Cell 563-380-3168
To All Emergency Responders -Thank You for
All You Do
SMOKE
ALARMS
Smoke alarms are
an important part
of a home fire
escape plan.
When there is a
fire, smoke spreads
fast. Working
smoke alarms give
you early warning
so you can get
outside quickly.
Reproduced from NFPAs Fire Prevention Week website, www.firepreventionweek.org
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Bodensteiner Body Werks
24 1st Ave. NE Waukon, IA
(563) 568-2046
HARPERS FERRY, IOWA
Spillway Supper
ClubHarpers Ferry, IA(563) 586-2181
Zimmerman Insurance
Agency Dave Zimmerman
12 E. Main St., Suite 104 Waukon, IA
(563) 568-6326
Teslows Formalwear & Guesthouse16 W. Main St.
Waukon, IA(563) 568-2660
Jets Meat Processing10 9th St. NW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-2403
Farm Bureau Financial ServicesWaukon, IA
Andrew Moore Wade Bucknell
HARPERS FERRY, IOWA
Systems Equipment
Corporation903 3rd Ave. SW
Waukon, IA(563) 568-6387
Double D Liquor
618 Rossville Rd. Waukon, IA
(563) 568-2153
HARPERS FERRY RESCUE SQUADLeft to right - Front row: Becky Benzing, Brigid Cota, Amy McCormick, Mike Collins.
Back row: Stuart Farnum, Joe Mohn, Dave Cota, Jason McGeough, Lindsey Deason, Bruce Benzing. Not pictured: Leah Benzing, Laurie Moody.
Donahues One Stop
124 Jefferson Ave. Harpers Ferry, IA(563) 586-2557
Kerndt Brothers
BankLansing, IA
(563) 538-4231 Harpers Ferry
(563) 586-2166Member FDIC
20 Spring Ave., Waukon, IA 52172 563-568-3100
COOK INSURANCE AGENCY
Thank You Firefighters & EMS Personnel For
Your Service!
BIEBER INSURANCE & REAL ESTATEFARM, HOME, COMMERCIAL, LIFE & HEALTH
104 Rossville Rd., Waukon (563) 568-3435 www.bieberinsre.com
Thank you firefighters & EMS personnel for your time and dedication.
CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS
Schultes BBQ &
CateringRich Schulte
705 4th Ave. SW, Waukon, IA563-568-2241 or
563-568-2454
Firefi ghters & EMS Personnel...
You Are Heroes!
ELECTRICAL
SAFETY
IMPORTANT
REMINDER
Call a qualified
electrician or your
landlord if you have:
Frequent problems with
blowing fuses or
tripping circuit breakers
A tingling feeling when
you touch an electrical
appliance
Discolored or warm
wall outlets
A burning or rubbery
smell coming from
an appliance
Flickering or dimming
lights
Sparks from an outlet
Reproduced from NFPAs Fire Prevention Week website, www.firepreventionweek.org
We are proud supporters of our area fi re & ems personnel
Call Aaron (563) 380-7893 or Keith (563) 568-7814Well get you owing!
Well Pump Repair and Replacement
Out-of-Water CallsPressure Tank/Water
Line InstallationFountain Installation
and RepairLocally Owned
LLC24-Hour Service
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MONONA, IOWA
Sincerely Yours
110-112 W. Center Monona, IA
(563) 539-2685
Fisk Farm & Home603 Hwy. 18 West
Monona, IA(563) 539-2405
MONONA FIRE DEPARTMENT
Left to right - Front row: Daniel Havlicek (Captain), Jeremy Schellhorn (Public Relations), Ed Klenk (Secretary/ Treasurer), Jamie Welsh, Garett Palas (Training Officer),
Adam Ewing, Preston Landt. Back row: Dave Smith (Chief), Joe Sass (Assistant Chief), John Friedley, Nick Torkelson,
Peter Fisk, Justin Hansel, Chris Doeppke. Not picured: Todd Balekos (Medical Officer), Trent Miene, Scott Goltz (Training Officer), Adam Jones, Brian Radloff, Matt Goltz, Wes Heying, Russ Bries, John Elledge (Safety Officer), Dustin Rumph, Andrew Meyer, Tony Mueller (Safety Officer), Nick Palmer.
Photo courtesy of The Standard.
MONONA FIRE DEPARTMENTDepartment Officers:
2014 Fiscal Year Total Fire Calls: 42: 18 automobile accidents, 12 structure fires.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: Spring Pancake Breakfast.
LUANA, IOWA
301 W. Spruce Street, Monona, IA
October 4-10, 2015
Special Thanks to ourMonona First Responders, Fire ghters and Emergency
Medical Personnel!
Innovative Ag Services Proudly Supports our Local Fire Departments/EMS!
Waukon Location 563-568-3455
Monona Location 563-539-2001
Monona, IA563-539-2061
www.birdnow.com
We Support and Honor
the Monona Fire Department andFirst Responders and all northeastIowa emergency
personnel.
Smittys Oil & Tire208 Franklin Monona, IA
(563) 539-4930
Rainbow Quarry
Thank You Fire ghters & EMS!
800 Volney Rd., Monona, IA (by Rossville)
LLC
Delivery Available!Call for your rock product needs!
Dan Cell: 563-380-9195Of ce 563-535-7606
OwnerDan Bechtel
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MONONA, IOWA
Capco Products
420 Big Foot Rd. Monona, IA
(800) 634-4785
Vorwald Ent.
10254 Falcon Ave. Monona, IA
(563) 539-2681
LUANA, IOWA
LUANA FIRE DEPARTMENTLeft to right - Front row: Derek Bentien, Matt Baade (Training
Officer), Justin Grove, Steve Pape. Back row: Lonnie Baade (Chief), Doug Schrader Tim Sautter, Chris Anderson (Secretary),
Brant Schrader, Dan VanWey, Lan Kleinow, Eugene Hemmersbach. Not pictured: Keith Johnson (Assistant Chief), Kevin Boddicker,
Brad Moses, Doug Moose, Jim Meyer, Ryan Glawe, Calvin Chapman (Captain), Derrick Eilers, Arlis White Jr.,
Drew Pape, Nate Grove.
LUANA FIRE DEPARTMENT2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 6: 1 grass fire, 1 field fire, 2 car accidents, 1 skid loader fire, 1 assist.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: Awarded money from FEMA for all new turnout gear.
Several live fire training burns with neighboring departments.
Held two fundraisers - Pancake and Sausage Breakfast in March and Pork Loin Dinner in September.
Subway202 Rossville Rd.
Waukon, IA (563) 568-0012
808 S. Main St. Monona, IA
(563) 539-4691
NEIT800 Main St. Monona, IA
(563) 539-2122
Allamakee-Clayton Electric
Cooperative229 Hwy. 51 Postville, IA
(563) 864-76112523 State Hwy. 76 SE, Waukon
(563) 568-6464Kirk Kious, Owner
Thank You for All That You Do Firefighters & EMTs!
www.LuanaSavingsBank.com
Locations in Luana, Ossian, New Hampton, Polk City and Clive!
800-666-2012
Local People, Local Decisions, Local Investments
A special thanks to all the hard working volunteers on our fire & EMS departments!
Al Kuehl Specialties12035 Coral Ave.
Luana, IA(563) 864-7728 (563) 880-5420
Thanks to All Area Firefighters & EMTs!We appreciate everything you do!
405 11th Ave. SW, Waukon (563) 568-3394
Palmer Electric LLC419 Big Foot Rd.
Monona, IA(563) 380-3276 (563) 539-2201
www.jimsapplianceia.com
EVERYDAY HEROES!
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Jims Appliance & JW Kitchens802 Short StDecorah563-382-5592
Jims Appliance & JW Kitchens402 Rossville Rd.Waukon
Th ank You for Your Service.
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Kruger Lawn &
LandscapingBrooks KrugerWaukon, IA
(563) 419-0236
FRANKVILLE, IOWA
Torkelson Motors
Sales & Leasing
818 9th St. NW Waukon, IA
(563) 568-4587Waukon, IA 563-568-3463
www.bodensteinerimp.com
Emergency Personnel & Firefighters!
BODENSTEINER IMPLEMENT CO.
Waukon, IA
YOU ARE HEROESThank You Firefi ghters & EMS Personnel for Your
Dedication to the Community.
Sommer Pumper LLCSeptic Service
Joel Sommer, Owner24 HourService
Septic & Holding Tank Cleaning
CELL: 563-568-9004Certified Time of Transfer Inspector!
We Take this Opportunity to Thank Our Area EMS & Firefighters for a Job Well Done!
FRANKVILLE EMERGENCY VOLUNTEERS
Doug Berg, Kollin Berg, Teresa Berg, Denise Buddenberg, Jacob Dougherty, Nicholas Dougherty, Jeff Feickert, Erin Fencl, Bruce Goetsch, Justin Hager, Dan Howe (Assistant Fire Chief),
Brooks Kruger (Captain), Kaitlin Leiran, Marti Leiran (EMS Captain), Larry Marting, John Nielsen (Fire Chief), Quentin Quandahl
(President), J.R. Regan, Korey Snitker (Vice President), Justin Steege, Mark Theismann, Monty Wilder,
Erin Hougen (Secretary/Treasurer).
COOKING
SAFETY
If you have a
cooking fire...
Just get out! When you
leave, close the door
behind you to help contain
the fire.
Call 9-1-1 or the local
emergency number after
you leave.
If you try to fight the fire,
be sure others are getting
out and you have a clear
way out.
Keep a lid nearby when
youre cooking to smother
small grease fires. Smother
the fire by sliding the lid
over the pan and turn off
the stovetop. Leave the
pan covered until it is
completely cooled.
For an oven fire turn off
the heat and keep the door
closed.
Reproduced from NFPAs Fire Prevention Week website, www.firepreventionweek.org
BRUENINGROCK PRODUCTS, INC.
Hwy. 9 South, Waukon, IA563-568-3515
A Big Thank You to all Fire ghters &
EMS Personnel for your time & dedication.
mccormickmotorz.com
504 Rossville Rd.WAUKONTrent McCormick
563-380-0050HRS: M-F 8-5SAT. 8-NOON
WE SALUTE OUR LOCAL FIREFIGHTER
S & EMS PERSONNEL
You want it? Ill find it!
Bahr Memorials 611 State Hwy. 9, Waukon, IA 563-568-2213
Thank YouFirefighters and EMS
Personnel for your service to our communities!
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CASTALIA, IOWA
CASTALIA FIRE DEPARTMENTLeft to right - Front row: Doug Buddenberg, Joe Moellers, Cory Fels (2nd Assistant Chief), Noah Bentley (Chief), Jamie Smith, Ben Martin, Blake Buddenberg, Clarence Winkler, Brock Willey (1st Assistant Chief). Back row: Wayne Corlett, Robert Szabo,
Dale Bodensteiner, Lowell Corlett, Jerry Schrandt, Mark Imoehl, Ron Valley (Safety/Training Officer), Erik Bodensteiner, Ethan Imoehl, Bryce Timp, Mick Zweibohmer, Brett Willey, Mitch Zweibohmer, Kevin Wiltgen, Travis Koenig. Not pictured: Clint Bodensteiner,
Clay Breitsprecher, Elliott Imoehl, Mark Monroe, Chris Wiedow, Jr. Firefighter Mason Smith.
Fauser Energy
ResourcesPostville (563) 864-7451
Elgin (563) 426-5811
Ness Pumping
ServiceWaukon, IA
(563) 568-4212 (563) 568-1379
V8 AcresCastalia, IA
(563) 380-2173
Waukon, IA
YOU ARE HEROESThank You Firefi ghters & EMS Personnel for Your
Dedication to the Community.
EMS and firefighters are an important part of our northeast Iowa community.
219 Hwy. 9 South, Waukon, IA
(563) 568-3459
We are proud to have them in our area and they should be proud of the effort they put forward for us.
Thank you for your service.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
ALLAMAKEE COUNTYPartnering with all Fire and EMS responders.
CASTALIA FIRE DEPARTMENT2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 14: 4 structure fires, 1 combine/wild land fire, 3 weather calls, 6 assorted assist to other departments including a fire prevention week demo at Postville Elementary School.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: We had five members achieve Firefighter One training and we received a grain bin rescue tube and training for the tube from Farm Credit Services in Decorah. We trained on three occasions with multiple departments on an old house in Frankville set for demolition, which ultimately included live fire training and ultimately letting it burn.
POSTVILLE & WAUKON
Door Unlocks Long & Short Distance Hauling Jumpstarts Major & Minor Repairs Available
2149 Allamakee St., Waukon, IA
24 HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEDanny Macs Towing
563-568-3132 Major & Minor Repairs Available
Hats Off To Our Local Fire ghters
& EMS Personnel!
Owners: Brian & Marie Burington
PVCPVC
Postville Veterinary Clinic, P.C.LARGE & SMALL ANIMALS
110 Hyman Drive, Postville Ph. 563-864-3631 Fax 563-864-3620Drs. Moore, Weston, Jacobs, Riese, Helgerson, Franzen, Hammell, Gibbs
is October 3-9We Appreciate All Emergency Volunteers!
is October 9-15is October 4-10
Drs. Moore, Jacobs, Riese, Franzen, Hammell, Gibbs, Pepin, Knutson
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POSTVILLE, IOWA
POSTVILLE FIRE DEPT.Left to right - Front row: Larry Frey, Bob Jacobs, Reggie Lubka, Hector Salinas, Jayce Bohr, Randy Plaht (Safety Officer, Training Officer),
Harlan White, Tom Benson, Tyler Anderson, Dominick Schnuelle, Robbie Kruse. Back row: Kevin Kohrs, Rick Heins (Captain), Darwin Johnson (Training Officer), Benjamin Heitland, Milo Sebastian, Bob Reierson, Josh Harms, Brian Bohr (Captain),
Terry McNally, Mike Halse, Zack Berns (Captain), Logan Timp, Kirk Johnson (Captain). In truck - Jeff Bohr (Chief). Not pictured: Jerry Bissell (Assistant Chief), Brett Bodensteiner, Chad Bohr, Bruce Dahlstrom, Zack Eberling, Anthony Flores,
Dick Helgerson, Kevin Palas, Mike Rogalla, Leonardo Roman, Mark Seegmiller, Jim Trappe, Ryan Upton, Marianna Vega, Eric Winter. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Lubka, Mid-America Publishing Corp.
POSTVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 52. Calls included 4 structure fires, 4 vehicle fires, 6 motor vehicle accidents, 3 mutual-aid assists and 34 other calls to include vegetation fires, false alarms, searches, etc.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: Fire department received a $4,000 Allamakee Community Foundation Grant to purchase the BullEx Live Fire Extinguisher Training System, which helps firefighters train individuals on the proper use of a fire extinguisher. Total cost of the project was $10,311.68.
Fire department received a $3,295.50 grant from the Upper Iowa Mississippi Gaming Corporation to purchase a new Jaws of Life spreaders and hydraulic hoses for vehicle extrications. Total cost of this project was $6,637.30
Fire department received a $2,000 grant from Farm Credit Services of America to purchase a Turbo Draft Water Enductor to help obtain water from a stream, river, or pond in the rural communities. Total cost of this project was $3,103.14.
Charles Kelly Law
OfficePostville, IA
(563) 864-7414
SBT Construction202 W. Greene St.
Postville, IA(563) 864-7146
We salute our area fire departments and emergency medical personnel for their
outstanding service to the community!
665 Lybrand St., Postville 563-864-7321Website: www.norplex-micarta.com
Long Term Rates Available!
Tel: 563-864-7531 Fax: 563-864-6044
12458 U.S. Hwy. 18 Postville, IAShawn & Angie Rodenberg, New Managers
Pines MotelUnder New Management!
Hall Roberts Son, Inc.Postville, IA
(563) 864-7421
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Postville Farmers Coop
Postville (563) 864-7234
Tindell Shoes(563) 864-3335Pit Stop
(563) 864-7151
POSTVILLE, IOWA POSTVILLE, IOWA
POSTVILLE FIRE DEPT.Left to right - Front row: Larry Frey, Bob Jacobs, Reggie Lubka, Hector Salinas, Jayce Bohr, Randy Plaht (Safety Officer, Training Officer),
Harlan White, Tom Benson, Tyler Anderson, Dominick Schnuelle, Robbie Kruse. Back row: Kevin Kohrs, Rick Heins (Captain), Darwin Johnson (Training Officer), Benjamin Heitland, Milo Sebastian, Bob Reierson, Josh Harms, Brian Bohr (Captain),
Terry McNally, Mike Halse, Zack Berns (Captain), Logan Timp, Kirk Johnson (Captain). In truck - Jeff Bohr (Chief). Not pictured: Jerry Bissell (Assistant Chief), Brett Bodensteiner, Chad Bohr, Bruce Dahlstrom, Zack Eberling, Anthony Flores,
Dick Helgerson, Kevin Palas, Mike Rogalla, Leonardo Roman, Mark Seegmiller, Jim Trappe, Ryan Upton, Marianna Vega, Eric Winter. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Lubka, Mid-America Publishing Corp.
POSTVILLE EMERGENCY
MEDICAL SERVICELeft to right - Front row: Bob Reierson, Mindy Koenig,
Sarah White, Staci Malcom, Mindy Hernandez, Kallie Heitland, Sarah Flores, Reggie Lubka. Back row: Dominick Schnuelle, Randy Plaht, Benjamin Heitland, Kristi Flack, Milo Sebastian,
Jeff Bohr. Not pictured: Dave Palas, Mariana Vega, Teresa Berg, Chris Hoffert.
Photo courtesy of Jennifer Lubka, Mid-America Publishing Corp.
Electric Motor Shop12637 Hwy. 18
Postville, IA(563) 864-7351
B & K Heating & Plumbing Inc.
(563) 864-3332Owners:
Brian Bohr & Ken Klepper
285 E. Greene St.Postville, IA
Thank you to all of our local Fire & EMS Personnel!
BACON CONCRETE & EXCAVATING
Cory Bacon - Owner370 N. Bancroft, Postville, IA 563-864-7602
We are Proud of Our
Firefi ghters & EMTs!
First AlertFire Extinguishers
Starting at $16.97
REPLACE SMOKE ALARM BATTERIES
Our name is on the door so we care a little more!"
Johns Hardware Center135 South Lawler St., Postville(563) 864-7521 www.johns.doitbest.com
Johns Appliance & Fun Spas (563) 864-7523
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Quality Paints
Alarms starting at$5.99
Smoke & Fire Alarms
$16.79Johns Hardware Center
135 South Lawler St., Postville(563) 864-7521 www.johns.doitbest.com
Johns Appliance & Fun Spas (563) 864-7523
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Quality Paints
Alarms starting at$5.99
Smoke & Fire Alarms
$16.79Smoke AlarmsON SALE!
Johns Hardware Center135 South Lawler St., Postville(563) 864-7521 www.johns.doitbest.com
Johns Appliance & Fun Spas (563) 864-7523
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Quality Paints
Alarms starting at$5.99
Smoke & Fire Alarms
$16.79
Pirate Power Wash
West Tilden Postville, IA
Drahos & Senft, CPAs, P.C.
142 N. Lawler St. Postville, IA
(563) 864-7104
Szabo Construction
152 West St. Postville, IA
(563) 864-7515
Bodley Equipment
& RepairPostville, IA
(563) 864-3421
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Coles Auto Repair
61 S. 2nd St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4828
LANSING, IOWA
LANSING FIRE DEPARTMENTLeft to right - Front row: Tony Becker (Chief), Troy Hill (Assistant
Chief), Jay Hisel (2nd Assistant Chief), Gene Bay. Back row: Mark Pace, Ben Verdon, David Llewellyn,
Bill Bartels, Nick Hammell, Richie Ellis, Kenny Johnson. Not pictured: Peter Berns, Tony Diersen, Alex Galema, Neil Galema, Ben Ghelf, Ross Kolsrud (Secretary), Steve Marciniak (Treasurer), Clint Mohn, Josh Mohn (President), Conrad Rosendahl (Vice
President), Keith Schwartzhoff, John Schwartzhoff, Ross Steiber, Andy Stein, Matt Troendle, Corey Winters. Reserve Members:
Kenny Becker, Jeff Darling, Dave Moritz, Jr., John Rea, Matt Rethwisch, Corey Richards.
Blumenthal Lansing Co.
1929 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4211
Great River Painting &
Staining Don LarsonLansing, IA
(563) 538-3073
Riverland Xpressions
Screen Printing/Embroidery & Ad Specialties
317 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4751
Miltys Restaurant
Bar & Lodging 200 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4585
LANSING FIRE DEPARTMENT2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 27: 10 accidents, 5 grass fires, 4 car fires, 2 chimney fires, 6 false alarms.
Department Highlights from 2014 to Present: Purchased new air packs and new radios for boat.
Mohn Surveying,
Inc.1890 Great River Rd.
Lansing, IA(563) 538-4067
Lansing Housing Products
331 N. Platt St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4224
South Side Marine
841 S. Front St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4135
From L.E.D. Bulbs to High Bay Fixtures. You Name the Socket, We Have the Bulb.
Upgrade to
high efficiency.
It pays!!!
Bob Larkin Phone 568-3915
Brighter days begin with a call to Light Source.
sound the alarm...Its Time to Thank Our Firefighters and EMTs
367 MAIN ST., LANSING563-538-9214
Reg. Hrs.: Mon, Wed, Thur & Fri 6am-2pm, Sat & Sun 7am-1pm, Closed Tues.
Hours may vary due to special events.Watch for notices on our Facebook page.
Thank You Firefi ghters and EMS Personnel!
Lansing Generating Station
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LANSING, IOWA
Lansing Village Farm
& Home330 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4884
Kerndt Brothers
Insurance AgencyLansing, IA
(563) 538-4207
Schweitzer Chiropractic
459 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4204
Thornton Heights
Assisted Living1329 Main St.
Lansing, IA(563) 538-4335
Thornton Manor
Nursing Center1329 Main St.
Lansing, IA(563) 538-4236
Seversons Video
90 S. 3rd St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4992
LANSING EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICELeft to right - Front row: Wendy Morris, Lisa Smith, Ann Wagner, Tony Becker.Back row: Rick Welsh, Julie Welsh, Andy Wagner,
Paul Manning, Matt Wagner, Kenny Johnson, Steph Hill. Not pictured: Mike Brennan, Judi Darling, Neil Galema, Janet Hess, Gene Bay, Gary Bottorff, Troy Hill, Clint Mohn, Chubby Mohn, Kevin Smith, Ryan Benson, Tom Lindsey,
Conrad Rosendahl, Ed Benson, Alex Galema.
Rethwisch Lumber
CompanyLansing, IA
(563) 538-4151 or (563) 538-4398
Lansing Hardware &
Service238 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4431
Strong Rock & Gravel
Lansing, IA(563) 880-8150
LANSING, IOWA
Sheps Riverside
Bar & Grill10 S. Front St.
Lansing, IA(563) 538-2009
Expresso Convenience Store & Deli748 W. Main St.
Lansing, IA(563) 538-4349
Archive On Main231 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-9217
Lansing Homes
1211 Main St. Lansing, IA
(563) 538-4194
Trail Rides and Community Horse Lessons Paintball games Teambuilding Opportunities Weekend Retreats for all ages
o Women/Girls, Dad/Daughter, Mom/Son, Men/Boys, Women, Scrapbooking, Men
Family Camps Family Reunions
and much more!
www.villagecreek.net Located just 10 minutes from Lansing and
15 minutes from Waukon! 563-535-7320
1588 Drake Road, Lansing
563-535-7320 1588 Drake Road, Lansing www.villagecreek.net
Thanks to Area Rescue Personnel
Allamakee Substance Abuse Prevention
Waukon, IA (563) 568-2204
Thank You Fire ghters and Emergency
Responders for the brave work you do!
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FERRYVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT & EMS
Left to right: Al Novak (Fire Dept. Captain and EMS), Sandra Kirchner (EMS), Tom Chernouski (Fire Chief and EMS Vice-President), John Lomas (Assistant Fire Chief and EMS), Brenda Torger Vassar (Fire/EMS Secretary/Treasurer and EMS President). Not pictured: Andy Novak (Fire), Shannan Hutson (Fire), Alex Kirchner (Fire and EMS),
Dave Sandy Jr. (EMS), Todd Lensing (EMS).
Porks Hilltop
315 Main St. DeSoto, WI
(608) 648-9575
Ferryville Cheese &
More163 Main St. Ferryville, WI
(608) 734-3121
River BankFerryville, WI
608-734-3440 DeSoto, WI
608-648-2130 Member FDIC
Equal Housing Lender
J & R Military Surplus
10106 State Hwy. 35 DeSoto, WI
(608) 648-2112
Grandview Motel LLC
14812 State Hwy. 35 Ferryville, WI
(608) 734-3235
Bright Spot
DeSoto, WI(608) 648-3514
Kays Potiques150 Main St. Ferryville, WI
(608) 648-3647
Swing Inn
106 Main St. Ferryville, WI
(608) 734-9916
Rush Creek Realty
DeSoto, WI(888) 942-6644
DeSoto Pronto
10110 State Hwy. 35 DeSoto, WI
(608) 648-3711
FERRYVILLE FIRE/RESCUE2014 Fiscal Year Total Fire Calls: 57.
49 EMS, 10 fire (some were both groups).Department Highlights from 2014 to Present:
Replacead our pagers and portable radios for both groups, got a new roof saw donated, several members took the EVOC and JAWS courses, and we had our EMR Recertification classes.
FERRYVILLE, WISCONSIN
DESOTO, WISCONSIN
DESOTO FIRE/RESCUE2014 Fiscal Year Total
Fire Calls: 57. 38 medical calls, 4 car accidents, 15 fire call/mutual aid, 2 cancelled/called-off calls.
WHERE HEALTH BEGINS FOR FAMILIES
gundersenhealth.orgGundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Inc. | Gundersen Clinic, Ltd.
Downtown Waukon 563-568-38881789 Hwy. 9 East, Decorah 563-382-9000
Downtown Prairie du Chien 608-326-8788Downtown Viroqua 608-637-7347
Hats O to Our Local Fire ghters and Emergency Medical Personnel!
ROCKWEILERAPPLIANCE & TV
www.rockweilerappltv.com
510 Vista Dr., CALEDONIA, MN915 Short St., DECORAH, IA
24 S. Walnut St., LA CRESCENT, MN201 Sky Harbour Dr., LA CROSSE, WI
808 S. Main St., MONONA, IA124 W. Tilden St., POSTVILLE, IA
9 9th St. SW, WAUKON, IAHwy. 150 N., WEST UNION, IA
Lansing IGA, Lansing, IAwww.quillinsfoods.com
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!
ank you Fire ghters & EMS Personnel!
DESOTO FIRE DEPARTMENTChris Mussatti (Chief), Brenda Torger-Vassar (Secretary),
Tammy Gilman (Treasurer), Ed Wolfe, Jenny Fruth, Todd Lensing, Dan Fladhammer, Steve Honken (Assistant Chief) David Hobbs,
Craig Gilman, Tom Erb.
Chicken QSponsored by the
DeSoto Fire Department & EMS
$9.00DeSoto Community Center,
DeSoto, WI
Sat., Oct. 10
1/2 Chicken, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans & Bread
Raffl e Drawing
Serving starts at Noon until gone