02/16/2026
This past week, Calhoun County EMS responded to a tragic accident involving the Iowa Lakes Community College Baseball Team. In the days following our response, we have been met with numerous appreciation and well-wish posts. We would like to take a moment to say thank-you to the many community members (near and far) who continue to support Calhoun County EMS. We appreciate knowing that in times of tragedy, we have strong community support looking out for us, just as we look out for them.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Carter Johnson, along with the rest of the Iowa Lakes family who are grieving the loss of someone close to them. We would also like to extend our thoughts and well-wishes to the team members as they begin their healing journeys. We urge our communities, along with the other communities close to everyone involved, to continue to wrap their arms around these team members and show them the outstanding support that we have witnessed the past few days.
To all the members of the Iowa Lakes Baseball Team: Know you are not alone on this journey. We will stand “Laker Strong” with you as you heal.
