Daviess Community Hospital to Host BBQ Fundraiser for child safety

WASHINGTON – Daviess Community Hospital will hold a carry-out barbecue fundraiser on Thursday, September 25, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. to benefit its Child Passenger Safety Program.

Meals are priced at $12 and will include pulled pork, cheesy potatoes, green beans, and a cookie. The carry-out meals will be available on the second-floor balcony near the OB Department until sold out.

Proceeds from the event will go towards staff training and providing specialized resources for local families, including car seats, car beds, and other safety equipment.

The hospital’s Child Passenger Safety Program provides a variety of services, including car seat checks and community clinics. Hospital officials emphasized the importance of the program, noting that car crashes are the leading cause of death f