JenniferHometown:Jacksonville My story:I am 31 years old. I love doing arts/crafts and going shopping. I Have not seen my dad since I was 8 but my mom and I are close. My brother is in the Air Force. My closest cousin was killed in a car accident not too long ago. I work at a workshop and sort hangers. Why I advocate:So that people can hear my story and hopefully become inspired. My dreams:My dreams are to help people with disabilities. For example, helping them to find an apartment or group home. |
Budget cuts force autism center relocation
By: Stephanie Szuda
Web Times
9/10/10
The Illinois Valley Autism Resource Center is relocating to Easter Seals of La Salle and Bureau Counties amid budget cuts.
Great Home Giveaway now has greener yard
Rockford Register Star
9/10/10
The drawing for the Great Home Giveaway is Oct. 21. The grand prize winner can choose between a home at 1817 Eden Place or $100,000 cash.
Dog fight ends with hall pass
By: Patrick Yeagle
Illinois Times
9/9/10
School admits second-grader with service dog