A HELICOPTER RIDE TO REMEMBER!
On August 10, 2022, Daryl Fletcher suffered a heart attack and fortunately CPR was applied thanks to two quick thinking ladies and Ord City Police Officer Paul Deaver (now Greeley County Sheriff) utilized an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) and successfully resuscitated Daryl prior to Ord Fire Department Rescue Squad arriving on scene. Daryl was transported to Valley County Hospital and immediately flown out for further emergency treatment. Daryl survived this life threatening event and is thankful to all who helped save his life that day.
The AED’s in the Law Enforcement vehicles are thanks to a multi-million dollar grant awarded to the Department of Health and Human Services from the Leona M. and Henry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust.
As part of that grant, the Stryker Corporation launched the Hearts on Duty which allows state coordinators to submit four success stories a year that are eligible to receive an AED provided at no cost to the survivor or law enforcement officer to donate to a location of their choosing in their community to further protect residents from sudden cardiac arrest.
Daryl chose to donate an AED to Loup Valley Fitness Center in Ord. When he recalled his story to DHHS he said he had always thought it would be fun to fly in a helicopter and the one time he did he doesn’t remember it! DHHS worked with Tri-City LifeNet managers and got Daryl his ride he could remember!
Daryl was able to deliver the AED to Loup Valley Fitness via LifeNet helicopter!! The helicopter landed at the Ord Airport and picked Daryl up, gave him a short flight around Ord and landed in the Ord Quiz parking lot. No doubt Daryl will remember this flight!!!
Daryl Fletcher Paul Deaver
(Previously Ord Police Department now Greeley County Sheriff)
Chief Jay Welch Ord Mayor Jeramy Sedlacek
and Daryl Fletcher
Since the 4th of July is rapidly approaching, here are the City of Ord rules regarding the use of fireworks:
- Fireworks can be discharged beginning at 8:00 a.m. on June 25 and ending July 4 at11:59 p.m.
- Fireworks can be discharged between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
- A person may discharge fireworks at times other that those times by obtaining a special permit issued and approved by the mayor.
- Fireworks may not be discharged within 300 feet of a fireworks stand, gasoline station or any commercial area where flammable materials are stored or in or on any public park.
REMINDER!
All dog licenses must be renewed every January. Please visit the City Office and renew the license for your dog.
We join in with our grateful nation in celebrating the birthday of the United States Marine Corps, who, from the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli, have fought our country’s battles in the air, the land and sea for the past 246 years.
This snapper was wandering the streets of Ord on July 12th but was caught and returned to the water area where he belongs. May he live a long life!
Sales of fireworks in Ord has started as of June 25th and will run through July 4th. They may be discharged between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. on July 4. Stay SAFE!!
The 4th of July is rapidly approaching and just a reminder that fireworks may be purchased/used between June 25th and July 4th.
Ord 45th Annual Father’s Day Rod Run June 18, 19, and 20th
Contact Information 308-728-9950
Downtown Ord will be turned into a wonderful display of some awesome cars! Make sure you get to see them.
On Sunday at 12 noon there will be the cars driving through Ord. Truly a sight you don’t want to miss!
We also want to wish all the Father’s a happy and safe Father’s Day!
Friday and Saturday June 4th and 5th are Ord City Wide Garage Sales! Please be respectful of others and don’t double
park, block alleys and watch out for pedestrians. DRIVE SAFELY!! We hope you find lots of great bargains!
HAVE YOU SEEN THIS CHILD?
May 28, 2021
Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day, and originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.
Ord Police Department hopes you have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend!
May 25, 2021
Baseball season is upon us with the nice weather and the campers and children are out and about in the park. Make sure to take extra caution while driving in the park and around the ball field area!
May 24, 2021
A large snapping turtle decided it wanted to visit the Catholic Church here in Ord. Unfortunately, not a good idea when it was blocking the front door. The turtle was successfully removed and relocated to the river so it can run another race with the hare. Hopefully it will have better luck if it decides to roam again!
April 26, 2021
One vehicle accident that hit the Ace Hardware Store in Ord. Driver was not injured but the Ace Hardware Store was not quite so lucky as you can see from the photos! So glad the driver was uninjured!
