Village of Dwight EMS

01/05/2026

🚑 2025: A Record-Breaking Year for Dwight EMS

In 2025, Dwight EMS responded to 1,647 calls for service, making it the busiest year in our department’s history.

These numbers reflect the growing demand for EMS and the dedication of our EMTs, Paramedics, and partner agencies who serve our community every day.

12/31/2025

2026 is shaping up to be a historic year—and we’re proud to be part of it.

Did you know that Route 66 turns 100 years old in 2026? Established in 1926, the Mother Road runs right through the heart of our community. The Village of Dwight proudly sits along this iconic highway, and since 1972, Dwight EMS has been honored to serve both our residents and the travelers passing through Route 66.

As if that wasn’t big enough, the United States of America will celebrate its 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026—a once-in-a-lifetime milestone in our nation’s history.

A century of Route 66.
Two and a half centuries of America.
And another year of dedication, service, and pride from Dwight EMS.

This is going to be a great year. Here’s to 2026, to our community, and to the road ahead!

12/24/2025

In a small town like ours, neighbors look out for neighbors—and we’re proud to be here for you. Thank you for the love, support, and trust you show our crews all year long.

As you celebrate, a quick holiday safety reminder:
❄️ Slow down on snowy/icy roads and leave extra space
🚗 Buckle up—every seat, every trip
🍻 Don’t drive impaired—call a sober ride
🔥 If using space heaters/candles, keep them away from anything that can burn and never leave them unattended

We hope you have a safe and healthy holiday season. And remember—we’re always open, 24/7. If you need us, call 911.

12/19/2025

This photo captures one of Dwight Ambulance Service’s first modular ambulance units, marking a major step forward from the earlier hearse-style ambulances that were once common in EMS.

This Ford-based modular ambulance represented a shift toward improved patient care, increased equipment capacity, and a more modern approach to emergency medical services in our community during the 1970s.

Pictured here, we believe, are Monica Becker and Marsha Bennett, two individuals who helped shape the early days of ambulance service in Dwight. Their dedication laid the groundwork for the professional EMS system our community relies on today.

We are proud of where we came from and even more proud to continue building on that legacy.

If you recognize this photo or have additional details, we’d love to hear from you in the comments.

12/16/2025

Heartbroken for the Morris Fire Protection and Ambulance District. Rest in peace, Firefighter Aron Jaime. Thinking of your family and your crew.

IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 15, 2025

It is with great sadness that the Morris Fire & Ambulance Protection District announces the off-duty death of Firefighter/EMT Aron Jaime, age 34. Aron was a 10-year member of the District and a full-time Firefighter/EMT since May 2025. Aron was killed in a motor vehicle crash on Sunday, December 14, 2025.

Firefighter/EMT Jaime, a resident of Joliet, Illinois, proudly served the Morris Fire & Ambulance Protection District and was a dedicated public servant whose commitment to the community extended beyond his assigned shifts. He was a valued member of the District and will be remembered not only for his professionalism and dedication, but also for his personality and smile that could light up the darkest corner.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet, Illinois. A chapel service will take place at 7:00 p.m., with cremation rites to follow.

A first responder walk-through will be held at 6:00 p.m.

This loss is deeply felt throughout the District and the community. The Morris Fire & Ambulance Protection District asks the public to keep Firefighter/EMT Jaime’s family, friends, and fellow firefighters in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. WCSJ Radio Morris,IL The Voice of Grundy County

12/10/2025

12/02/2025

In November, Dwight EMS responded to 127 calls for service. Most of our calls (102) were within the Village of Dwight, with additional responses in the Dwight, Odell, Emington-Campus, and Allen Township fire districts and mutual aid to surrounding agencies. Year-to-date, Dwight EMS has handled 1,511 calls in 2025. 🚑

12/02/2025

This month in Dwight EMS history… 🚑

In 1966, the Highway Safety Act became the foundational federal legislation for modern EMS in the United States. It established a national framework for developing and improving EMS, requiring states to build comprehensive programs and supporting them with federal funding through the newly created NHTSA. This laid the groundwork for a coordinated, standardized national EMS system.

Fast forward to 1972 here in Dwight: two local funeral homes — Baker’s and VonQualen’s — made the decision to stop transporting acutely ill and injured patients to local hospitals. The new state and national regulations now required trained personnel and properly equipped vehicles for ambulance transport, and the old funeral home–based system could no longer meet those standards.

The Village first asked the Fire Department to assume ambulance operations, but they declined. The Police Department was then approached and accepted the challenge.

In December 1972, the Village of Dwight began providing Basic Life Support ambulance service, using a hearse-type ambulance from Baker’s Funeral Home and staffed by six police officers and fifteen volunteers. The service was directed by the Village under the Chief of Police and became known as the Dwight Ambulance Service — the beginning of what we know today as Dwight EMS.

📸 Shown in the photo is the first ambulance used by the Dwight Ambulance Service.

11/28/2025

❄️🚗With winter weather quickly approaching, we wanted to share the NHTSA's safe winter weather driving tips. YOUR SAFETY MATTERS!! 🚑❄️

Whether it’s snow, sleet or ice, winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions. In 2019, there were 440 fatal crashes, and an estimated 33,000 injury crashes that occurred in wintry conditions. Preparing yourself – and your vehicle – for winter weather is key.

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re especially thankful for our community. The support, the waves, the kindness and for the relationships we share with our neighboring departments who stand with us day and night. From our crew to your family, Happy Thanksgiving!

11/26/2025

Dustin Campbell Sworn In as EMS Director for the Village of Dwight Dwight, Illinois – On November 25, 2025, Dustin Campbell was sworn in as the new EMS Director for the Village of Dwight, returning to lead the same department where he first began his career in emergency medical services. Campbell....

11/15/2025

Good Luck Trojans🍀🏈