At approximately 11:38 a.m. on Saturday, October 1st, 2022, Epworth Fire and Ambulance were paged out by Dubuque County Dispatch for a motor vehicle accident involving a truck and a tractor. Both vehicles were southbound on Gun Club Road just north of Dyersville East Rd. The tractor was turning into a field drive and was rear ended by truck. Occupant of the truck was removed from the vehicle by the driver of the tractor. The truck caught fire upon impact and is considered a total loss. Both patients refused treatment and transport to the hospital and were released at the scene. Epworth units ... (Full Story & Photos)

As we conclude Suicide and Mental Health Awareness Month, here are a few healthy practices that can be easily integrated into your daily life. The idea is that a lot of small, concerted actions can add up to a significant overall effect. Apply some of these ideas on a regular basis and you’ll find yourself feeling rejuvenated and more confident:

• Learn how to cope with negative thoughts: Negative thoughts can be insistent and loud: don’t let them take over. Distract yourself or comfort yourself if you can’t solve a problem right away. Try seeing the issue from all sides rather than from just ... (Full Story & Photos)

It's been a busy couple of months for the members of the Epworth Fire Department. In July the EFD celebrated its 74th Annual Fireman's picnic. After the dust settled members participated in a live-fire training exercise in the Northern Part of our Fire District at Camp Little Cloud the following week for July's drill. Augusts drill took the EFD to the County Training tower for ladder and ventilation training. Just a little reminder that Fall is a great time for new members to join the EFD. If you know of anyone interested please have them contact any member of the Epworth Fire Department. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Epworth Community Volunteer Firemen will hold their 74th Annual Firemen’s Picnic on Friday, July 8th at the Epworth Fire Station. The event kicks off at 6pm and runs until midnight. There will be great food, cold refreshments, kid’s rides and activities as well as some wonderful local entertainment by Mississippi Duo from 7P-10P. This family orientated event is the annual fund raising event that supports the operation of the volunteer fire department. We will have some music entertainment for your enjoyment and the children’s rides continue to be a crowd favorite. The main fund raising event ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Epworth Community Volunteer Firemen, Inc. would like to thank everyone for making our annual dance fundraiser a success. We thank you for the donations received through our mail campaign and thank everyone who attended the event. Jack Silker's crew did an outstanding job with the grilling and served many folks. We thank the many people who worked with Jack preparing the food as well as the ladies who served the crowd. Stef N Daniel did an excellent job providing the entertainment for dancing. The proceeds from the dance will be used for the operational costs of the ambulance service and ... (Full Story & Photos)