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Traci Smith Hero of the Year Finalist 2014
Traci Smith is as critical care paramedic both at Grinnell Regional Medical Center and with East Poweshiek Ambulance Service where she is also the Director of Operations. Traci joined the ambulance service in 1997, and quickly went on to study to become an EMT, then...
Steve Hromas Hero of the Year Finalist 2014
Some say Steve is just a ‘young pup” as a nurse, and still learning what an impact he has on others. Co-workers say that he takes great pride in teamwork and is the go-to man to help out. Patients of all ages seem to gravitate to his fun personality. He serves as a...
Dustin Reynolds Hero of the Year Finalist 2014
In 2000, Dustin realized he wanted to work in law enforcement, and soon after, he started with the Shasta County Sheriff’s office. He put in his time working with the local jail, and soon made it to patrol. In October 2010, Mrs. Reynolds received the call no police...
Lillian Maldonado French Hero of the Year Finalist 2014
Lillian Maldonado French, as an educator and superintendent of Mountain View School District, has worked hard to make sure each student is making academic progress. She has integrated ways to provide resources for students, families, and staff in order for students to...
Emily Dawson Hero of the Year Finalist 2014
Emily has a strong passion for teaching, like most educators. One of the things that set her apart from the rest is the importance she promotes of community service. As a first year teacher, she took on the responsibility of creating meaningful service opportunities...
Our Ugly Sweaters: California Casualty Employees – Kansas Office
Our Kansas office recently took apart in the fun of the Ugly Sweater Craze. Check out the Sweater Contenders Below.
8 Ways for First Responders to Reduce Stress
As the first people on the scene during accidents, emergencies, and crimes, first responders are susceptible to experiencing strong emotional and physical reactions to stress. From sadness and fear to anxiety and anger, stressful emotions experienced on the clock are...
Preventing Frozen Pipes: Tips to Avoid Winter’s Grip
You and your home have ridden out one of the coldest nights of the year; the weather is warming when suddenly you hear water running inside a room. It’s a burst pipe, which can lead to substantial damage in your home. How much damage can a broken pipe cause? The...
Simple Ways to Stay Warm This Winter
It happens every fall; as the first frigid Polar air makes its plunge into the U.S., many of us are scrambling to find the hats, gloves and extra layers we put away for summer. Hopefully you have had your HVAC system checked and replaced the filters for maximum warmth...
10 Things to Do with an Extra Hour From Daylight Savings
For most of us, time is a rare commodity. If you had an extra hour, what would you do? Let’s throw out the obvious: get an extra hour of sleep, play with the kids or clean the house, and here are some interesting ideas as the end of Daylight Saving Time this weekend...