My story:Stacie, a Springfield native, is passionate about advocacy in Illinois for people with disabilities. Stacie advocates because of her husband and her stepson. Why I advocate:For my husband and stepson. LifeMyWay means:LifeMyWay means everyone being treated right and having the opportunity to live in the community just like any other person would want to do. My video:My photos: |
Employment Gains Seen For People With Disabilities
By: Michelle Diament
Disability Scoop
9/3/10
Unemployment concerns eased slightly for Americans with disabilities in August, receding from near record levels the month prior, the Labor Department said Friday.
'It's been a ball': Sandwich Police Chief Olson ready to retire
By: Kate Schott
DeKalb Daily Chronicle
9/3/10
SANDWICH – After nearly 40 years in law enforcement, Sandwich Police Chief Rick Olson is ready to retire from the force and try something new.
DeWitt couple's 2-year-old with special needs captures hearts wherever she goes
By: Deirdre Cox Baker
Quad-City Times
9/3/10
Two-year-old Marlee Michaelsen has her hair in pigtails and flashes her mom a huge smile. She laughs and waves her hands like any other toddler, her happiness clearly evident. Marlee, though, has been diagnosed with mental disabilities, and her parents are adjusting to that aspect of life.