2024 Hispanic Festival

First Responders are being honored this year

“The Foundation is so happy to honor those who do so much and ask for so little.” Patty Gustin, Vice-Chair of the Naperville Sister Cities Foundation.

The award winners are as follows:

Naperville Fire: Firefighter/Paramedic Kirk Diaz

Kirk has distinguished himself as an outstanding firefighter and paramedic, demonstrating unwavering commitment to excellence in every aspect of his work.

Illinois State Trooper: Lieutenant Yavet Dominguez

Lt. Dominguez has been an Illinois State Police Officer for 21 years. During her tenure with the ISP, she has worked in patrol, internal investigations, protective services and now she is assigned to the ISP academy.

Naperville Police: Officer Noe Ortega

Officer Ortega has been a positive influence on not only his fellow officers, but several other members of the department. Part of being a leader is inspiring those around you and motivating them to challenge themselves.

Dupage County Sheriff: Lieutenant Eduardo Castillo

Lieutenant Eduardo Castillo of the DuPage County Sheriff's Office Community resource unit for all of his hard work and dedication within our community.

View NCTV17's coverage of past festivals.

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