County Honors Astorite For Life Saving Efforts

    Astor resident Elise VanCise has been named Lake County Employee of the Quarter. VanCise, who is a library assistant at the Astor County Library, was recognized by the Lake County Commission recently after providing life saving assistance to a patron of the library.
   “Elise was on duty at the library when a citizen who came in to visit the library’s community food pantry suddenly collapsed unconscious,” said Jonathan Dulce, library manager. “Elise quickly assessed the situation, called 911, and immediately began performing CPR.” VanCise continued to administer care and was able to get the person breathing again.
   “Elise was instrumental in saving this citizen’s life, and we would like to thank her for her quick response and lifesaving efforts during the medical emergency,” Dolce wrote.
   VanCise received her award during a meeting of the Lake County Commission.