08/22/2026
We are proud to spotlight another lifesaving effort by one of our TCs.
Several first responders and community members were recognized at the August 18th Mattoon City Council Meeting.
On June 10th, 2026, at 7:38 A.M., Telecommunicator Jessica Panepinto answered a 9-1-1 call reporting an unresponsive subject in Mattoon. Recognizing the need for an immediate response, Jessica promptly dispatched emergency personnel while continuing to gather critical information and ensuring bystanders had initiated CPR. Recognition of priority symptoms and the need for an urgent response allowed first responders to arrive on scene in under three minutes.
Jessica is to be commended for her professionalism, composure, and decisive actions that contributed to a lifesaving outcome.