Etown Lowdown

COVID-19 Elmhurst Walk-in Assistance Network Executive Director

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.

COVID-19 5/5 UPDATE Elmhurst Hospital President, Chief Medical Officer, and Elmhurst Clinic President

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!).

COVID-19 4/30 UPDATE DuPage County Health and Human Services Committee Chair Peter DiCianni

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.'

COVID-19 04/29 UPDATE Elmhurst Hospital President Pamela Dunley

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.  

COVID-19 Economist and Elmhurst College Professor Dr. Avraham Baranes

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.

COVID-19 4/21 UPDATE Elmhurst Hospital President Pamela Dunley

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.

COVID-19 Dogs, Cats and the Virus with Elmhurst Veterinarian Dr. John DeVries

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."

COVID-19 04/14 UPDATE School District 205 Superintendent Dr. David Moyer

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.

COVID-19 4/14 UPDATE Elmhurst Hospital President Pamela Dunley Gives COVID-19 Report

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.

COVID-19 04/10 UPDATE Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce President John Quigley

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.