Volunteers complete training to back up first responders

It took three days and 20 hours (before the online testing) but Menard Mission Team leader Steve Whitson reports that a diverse group of people finished the Community Emergency Response Training course (CERT) earlier this month. Whitson said self-described “old timers” (including himself) combined with younger generations to launch a new venture in Menard. The mantra of that venture is: Neighbors …