Slater EMS

05/25/2026

Overnight Closure of Southbound I-35 from U.S. 30 to 126th Avenue for Overhead Bridge work at 158th Avenue Begins May 27

HUXLEY, Iowa – May 22, 2026 – If you drive south on Interstate 35 between Ames and Ankeny, you need to be aware of an overnight closure for southbound traffic from the U.S. 30 interchange (Exit 111) to the 126th Avenue interchange (Exit 96), according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Marshalltown construction office.

Southbound I-35 will be closed at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, until 5 a.m., Thursday, May 28, weather permitting.
When the interstate is closed you will follow a marked detour route:
1. Exit southbound I-35 at U.S. 30 (Exit 111).
2. Travel west on U.S. 30 to U.S. 69.
3. Travel south on U.S. 69 to 126th Avenue
4. Travel east on 126th Avenue to return to southbound I-35 (Exit 96).

05/21/2026

So, with our blood drive yesterday, we collected a total of 25 units based on 23 donations. 3 walk-ins and 2 new donors! Changing the lives of up to 75 patients who may need blood. Awesome work to our Ballard Community!

We sold out of everything at our picnic meal, 3 TIMES! This was our first community meal since before covid so we didn't really know what to expect. While we adapted and over came the challenges, we will do better next time!

Thanks to all our donors and volunteers who helped get this time done. Town and Country Market and Fareway in Huxley are the best! Please show them some love. Without them it would be really hard to do these things. Besides, they help a lot of groups in our community.

We can't forget to mention the Ballard Jazz Band who provided entertainment for the evening. What a great resource in our community.

Final shout out to our EMS crew. We had ¼ of our team working on this project. Thank you for all our hard work you put into these events.

Wish I had pictures.... Next time, I get someone dedicated to taking pictures.

05/19/2026

We are proud to serve our community! Did you know our response are covers from the Kelley corner on the North boundary to the Alleman road on the South?

It is EMS Week so we are taking a moment to say Thank You to all of the volunteers and hospital based EMS workers in Story County. You dedication and compassion does not go unnoticed.

05/18/2026

More weather on its way.

05/17/2026

Welcome to EMS WEEK 2026!

05/15/2026

Interesting inbound weather.

01/07/2026

The next upcoming blood drive in the Ballard area is in Huxley on Feb. 10

01/02/2026

Starting TOMORROW: Iowa moves from warning to enforcement - hands‑free only while driving. Law Enforcement may now issue citations for any use of electronic devices while driving unless the device is used hands‑free.

Stay safe, Iowans. Team with us to save lives.

12/29/2025

Hey parents — Do you know the signs of measles?

Symptoms may begin like the flu, but a spotty rash will soon follow. This quick guide from the University of Iowa breaks down the five key facts you should know about this highly contagious — but preventable — disease that’s making headlines across the country.
https://uihc.pulse.ly/xgcz0k9kd

12/23/2025

It’s the most wonderful time of year to arrive safely to your destination if you’ve been celebrating with spiked eggnog or jolly cocktails. The holiday season is a time for togetherness and the Iowa Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) wants everyone to get home to their loved ones safely. While most Iowans never drive after drinking, impaired driving is a leading cause of deadly crashes with an average of 37% of fatality crashes being impaired-related. Phone a friend, an Uber, or stay the night before getting behind the wheel if you are impaired.

An OWI will definitely get you put on Santa's naughty list. Don't risk it... get a sober ride to guide your sleigh home this holiday season.
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Thank you to Doll Distributing - Des Moines for providing this voucher as part of their Decide To Ride program!