Decorah's Steve Vanden Brink honored as "Everyday Hero"

Everyday Heroes award recipient Steve Vanden Brink (center) with Red Cross Board member Carol Heying and a representative from award sponsor Dupaco Community Credit Union.

The American Red Cross Tri-State Chapter on Tuesday recognized Decorah resident Steve Vanden Brink as an "Everyday Hero" in the Fire and Rescue category.

Vanden Brink became involved with fire service since age 16 and has been with the Decorah Fire Department for over 20 years.  Steve currently works as an Ambulance Manager at Winneshiek Medical Center. He also serves as the Public Information Officer for the Decorah Fire Department and is the President of Winneshiek County's Emergency Medical Services Association.

Steve was nominated by Red Cross volunteer Nancy Sacquitne, who said Steve truly strives to make a difference in his community.