American Red Cross

The ADS Group and Studio 120 are proud supporters of Red Cross. This year Studio 120 was responsible for producing all of the videos for the elected Heroes Award winners. These Heroes were nominated for putting others’ lives before their own and attending to human suffering in the time of an emergency. The awards that were recognized Thursday, June 5th were for heroes in the Twin Cities for the following categories: COMMUNITY: Presented to an individual who displayed leadership and commitment to his or her community by making a positive and significant impact. GOOD SAMARITAN: Presented to an individual who displayed courage and compassion upon encountering an unusual, significant or unexpected incident. FIRST RESPONDER: Presented to an individual or group of the public service community (i.e. EMS, firefighter, or law enforcement) who went above and beyond the call of duty. GIVE LIFE: Presented to an individual whose commitment to blood and platelet donation played a significant role in ensuring the health of patients in our local communities and throughout the country.  MILITARY: Presented to an active, reserve or retired member of the Armed Forces or ROTC or civilian that has made a significant impact on the military community. YOUTH GOOD SAMARITAN (Under 21): Presented to an outstanding young person who displayed courage and compassion upon encountering an unusual, significant or unexpected incident.   Shane Lineham- First Responder Shane Lineham received the First Responder award for saving the life of 17 year old Dan Mannon. Dan had set out to enjoy a day at Afton Alps, to experience snowboarding for the first time, when a life changing incident occurred. After...

American Red Cross

The members of the American Red Cross gathered together today at The ADS Group’s Studio 120 to shoot a video as an effort to advocate the importance of the organization. Also in attendance was Dan Mannon, to share his inspirational and heroic story.   17-year-old Dan Mannon, went into cardiac arrest during a snowboarding trip on December, 28 at Afton Alps. Shane Linehan a former Washington County sheriff’s deputy jumped to his assistance. If it wasn’t for Linehan’s quick thinking, and training in CPR, Dan Mannon may not have been here today to tell his story.   “I’m very grateful for Shane, because if it wasn’t for him I wouldn’t be here right now. And thankful for Joe for having the AED, because that really saved me,” Mannon said. Mannon, has recently undergone CPR training himself for you never know when one basic training course can turn into a lifesaving act. If you would like to contribute an act of kindness to the American Red Cross, please visit...