Etown Lowdown

Elmhurst Walk-in Assistance Network Executive Director, Jackie Crnkovich, discusses EWAN's efforts to help folks struggling financially in Elmhurst.  With the recent COVID-19 pandemic, need has never been higher during her tenure with the organization.  PK and Elmhurst History Museum Executive Director, Dave Oberg, tell of Elmhurst's own 'Golden Boy', Fred Lorenzen, winner of the 1965 Daytona 500.

Elmhurst Hospital President and CEO, Pamela Dunley, is joined by two of her colleagues to convey the latest information as the Hospital prepares to begin elective surgery next week.  Dr. Daniel Sullivan, the Hospital's V.P. of Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer explains the safety precautions Hospital staff take to ensure patient safety.  Pediatrician Dr. Michael Hoffman, who has been recently named President of Elmhurst Clinic, explains how doctors offices within the EEHealth family have adopted these same safe practices used at the Hospital.  LowDown food critic, Slappy Sal, sings the praises of Flavah (he's no Chairman of da Board!).

DuPage County Board member and Health and Human Services Committee Chair, Peter DiCianni, shares some County data on the COVID crisis.  He sheds some light on the importance of antibody testing and cautions against being too quick to lift some of the current restrictions.  Our beloved Robbie sets Rick straight about local 'cougar' sightings on an encore edition of 'Standing on My Heavily Reinforced Soapbox.'

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital President and CEO, Pamela Dunley, updates listeners on the current operations of the Hospital, as it continues to treat COVID-19 patients and looks forward to resuming elective surgeries in early May.  PK and Elmhurst History Museum Executive Director, Dave Oberg, tell the story of the famed Russian princess, Anastasia, who may have actually survived the brutal attack on her family, and lived right here in Elmhurst.  

Economist and Elmhurst College Assistant Professor, Dr. Avraham Baranes, shares his insights on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on our local, federal and worldwide economies.  Slappy Sal recommends some culinary delights from Pazzi di Pizza.

Pamela Dunley, President and CEO of Elmhurst Memorial Hospital gives a COVID-19 Update, where trends seem to be improving, ever so slightly.  She expresses her appreciation to the Elmhurst Fire Department for recently showing support for the Hospital's staff by lining the employees' walkway into work.  PK and Elmhurst History Museum Director, Dave Oberg, tell the story of Elmhurst's quarry.

Dr. John DeVries of the DeVries Animal Hospital discusses how the COVID-19 virus is affecting pet care.  He reveals a few precautions you should take and discusses those dog owners out walking a bit more than usual.  PK and Elmhurst History Museum Director Dave Oberg's discussion of Carl Sandburg is back by popular demand in the latest episode of "One Ponce a Time."

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 Superintendent, Dr. David Moyer, shares updates on the District's E-learning program and operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.  'Gail Roberts' ask Clever Ken how to deodorize her stinky drain.

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital President & CEO, Pamela Dunley, provides a COVID-19 update from within the walls of the Hospital.  She shares the need for PDI wipes.  Half Italian food critic Slappy Sal gives his list of best 100% Italian meals from Elmhurst restaurants.

John Quigley, President and CEO of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry, provides a local business update concerning the effects of the pandemic.  Slappy Sal tries to 'spice things up' on the local restaurant scene.  LowDown foreign (Germany) correspondent, Billy, interviews his friend Dragon, who is currently living and working near Shanghai, China.

Erin Jason, the Business Development Coordinator at the City of Elmhurst, discusses the City's efforts to assist businesses during this COVID-19 pandemic.  She shares some resources available on the City's website and, believe it or not, reports she is still receiving calls from businesses wanting to locate or develop property in Elmhurst.

This is why Elmhurst is #1!  Elmhurst residents and business owners "Pay it Forward" during this COVID-19 pandemic and are interviewed in this episode.  Paul and Colleen Kelty's City Centre UPS Store starts a sign campaign in support of Healthcare Workers and First Responders.  Brian Costello plays his bagpipes each evening at sunset to lift the spirits of his neighbors and those traveling the Prairie Path near his home.  The Elmhurst Public Library uses the resources of its Makery to 3D-print critical healthcare worker face shield frames.  Market Table provides thousands of meals each week for staff at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital.

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital President and CEO, Pamela Dunley, gives listeners an update on current COVID cases, new recommendations related to masks, and current hospital supply levels to continue treating infected patients.  She expresses her appreciation for her staff and many of the efforts of support from the community.  PK and Elmhurst History Museum Executive Director, Dave Oberg, explain how our city finally settled on its name.

PK's daughter, Chloe, just left New York City this week as the pandemic grows there at a frightening pace.  Rick's son, Will, has been living in the San Francisco Bay Area for several years, another pandemic 'hot spot'.  Listen as these Elmhurst natives, having relocated to opposite coasts, describe how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected their respective areas.  

Elmhurst's own Kristen Smaga, was living and working only a few hundred miles from Wuhan, China when the COVID-19 outbreak first occurred.  Lucky to catch a flight back to the United States the day before all flights were stopped from China to the U.S., she explains the difference between the Chinese reaction and ours to the pandemic.  She shares her 14-day self quarantine, updates from her friends in China, and her desire to return.

Elmhurst History Museum Executive Director, Dave Oberg, shares all the services the Museum continues to provide during the COVID-19 pandemic stay at home order.  Despite the doors of the Museum buildings being temporarily closed to the public, many great history resources are still available through the website and via telephone.  Speaking of Dave Oberg, he and PK talk about Elmhurst's train town history in an encore "One Ponce a Time" episode.

Elmhurst Public Library Director, Mary Beth Harper shares how the Library continues to operate online, despite the doors of the Building having been closed since March 14th because of the COVID-19 pandemic.  PK and Elmhurst History Museum Director Dave Oberg tell the story of legendary poet Carl Sandburg's relationship with Elmhurst, in the latest episode of "One Ponce a Time".

Elmhurst Memorial Hospital president and CEO, Pamela Dunley, gives an update on the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on the Hospital's staff and resources.  Pam indicates her appreciation for her staff and the community.  Slappy Sal gives us his take on a purveyor of fine Elmhurst cuisine, Thornton's Gas Station.

Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce President & C.E.O. John Quigley presents an update from the Elmhurst business community.  LowDown Foreign correspondent and Elmhurst native, Bill Noonan, provides a pandemic update from the edge of the German Black Forest, in Ettlingen, where he is living and working.  Clever Ken helps Julie Billman diagnose her lawnmowers smoking exhaust.

Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley discusses the City's operating plans during the COVID-19 pandemic.  He assures us all critical City services are running at full capacity, with certain accommodations to reduce the risk of spreading the virus to City workers and elected officials.  PK shares an inspirational quote written by a former Elmhurst College student and much repeated by Elmhurst legend, the late Darrell Whistler.  Back by popular demand, our beloved Robbie tries to talk Rick down from his heavily reinforced soapbox, all over an Instant Pot.  And...our friend "The Gipper" reads from 'The Three Little Pigs".