Ely student recognized for heroic act
By Sue Sitter - | Jan 9, 2021
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Carter Christenson poses with his baby sister, Annie, and a certificate he received from the Rugby Volunteer Fire Department for saving her from choking.
What began as a disappointing Halloween for 12-year-old Rugby resident Carter Christenson ended with an experience his family would never forget and recent recognition for heroism from the Rugby Volunteer Fire Department.
His mom, Mary Christenson, recalled the events that unfolded after her son learned he couldn’t go out trick-or-treating with his friends.
“My son just found out he had to start quarantining,” Mary Christenson said. “He had been planning to go trick-or-treating with his buddies. He had just turned 12. So, he had to cancel his plans and stay home with his little sisters.”