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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2013
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6-year-old wants a cure for cystic fibrosis
West Side 5K organized to raise money to find cure By Monica Boylson mboylson@communitypress.com
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Twp. — Jackson Wimmers finished his snack, jumped down from his seat at the dining room table and ran to the living room in his home. He grabbed a red cape and tied it quickly around his neck. “I’m superman!” he exclaimed, before “flying” away. His mother Hollie Wimmers, 37, smiled at her son and told him to be careful. “He has no idea he’s sick,” she said. “He’s a normal, happy, little boy.” The 6-year-old Delhi boy has cystic fibrosis, a life-threatening genetic disease that causes mucus to build up and clog some of the organs in the body, particularly the lungs and pancreas. He has already been hospitalized 12 times and had seven surgeries since he was diagnosed at 13 days old. Each day he takes 35 pills and has two breathing treatments. He also goes to a cystic fibrosis specialist every three months and has regular check-ups with a physician. “We have to plan our vacations around CF-accredited hospitals,” she said. “We have to see how far away is an accredited hospital. Can we get him there in a half an hour. All those kind of things before we go on vacation. It’s a CF life.”
Jackson Wimmers, 6, wants people to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. MONICA BOYLSON/THE COMMUNITY PRESS
Jackson Wimmers, 6, embraces his mother Hollie, 37, who is wearing a t-shirt in support of a cure for her son. MONICA BOYLSON/THE COMMUNITY PRESS
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And part of that life includes raising money for a cure. The Wimmers and other family and friends are teaming up to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by donating and participating in the second West Side Great Strides 5K Walk hosted by the foundation at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 8, at the College of Mount St. Joseph. The walk is free but donations are recommended. All donations will be used to fund cystic fibrosis research. People can pre-register online at http://cincinnati.cff.org/ greatstrides or register at the walk beginning at 9 a.m. People who raise $100 can get a Great Strides T-shirt. Hollie Wimmers said that most people have team T-shirts to show support for a loved one. Their team is Action Jackson. On the back of the canary colored shirt it says, “Takin’ action to cure Jackson,” while Jackson’s shirt says, “I’m Jackson, please cure me.” Wimmers is also a part of the group planning and promoting the West Side walk. Her daughter Lindsay Wimmers, 18, is in charge of games and crafts for children at the walk. “Finding a cure is so important,” she said. Teresa Connolly, event chairwoman and mother of twin stepsons with cystic fibrosis, said the goal of this year’s walk is to
Western Hills Engineering High School seniors Stephanie Niemer, left, and Michaela Daniels are graduating at the top of their class. Niemer is the valedictorian of the class of 2013 and Daniels is the salutatorian. KURT BACKSCHEIDER/THE COMMUNITY PRESS
Western Hills Engineering’s top students share advice By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com
Westwood — Stephanie Niemer and Michaela Daniels said they’ll miss Western Hills Engineering High School, but they are excited to further their education in college. The classmates are the top two students in Western Hills’ class of 2013. Niemer is this year’s valedictorian and Daniels is the salutatorian. Niemer, the daughter of Jennifer Long and Daniel Niemer of Price Hill, said although at times her biggest challenges in high school were getting to school on time and keeping her priorities straight, what made the most difference for her was surrounding herself with supportive friends. She said if she had the opportunity to start over she would be more punctual for school and make time to enjoy being with her friends. She said she’s sorry she missed her senior prom and wishes she could have partic-
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Elder’s top students reflect on their high school years By Kurt Backscheider kbackscheider@communitypress.com
Price Hill — Jacob Lindle and Caleb Lottman said they wouldn’t change anything about their time at Elder High School. “The past four years have been more incredible than I could have ever possibly hoped,” said Lottman. “Every day I’m thankful for the experiences I’ve had and the friends I’ve made along the way. My time at Elder High School has made me into the man I am today.” The two seniors are the top students in Elder’s class of 2013. Lindle is this year’s valedictorian and Lottman is the salutatori-
MEMORIAL DAY Delhi, others celebrating the day. See story A4
an. Lindle, son of Denise and Douglas Lindle of Cleves, said his biggest challenge in high school was balancing his school work with his activities, along with finding time for completing college applications and personal reading. He said excellent teachers, challenging peers, a supportive family and personal drive made the most difference in his four years at Elder. “I’m glad I took the most difficult schedule I could in order to grow as a student,” he said. “I’m sorry I didn’t perform to the best of my ability in some because I know I could have learned more.”
RITA’S KITCHEN Cloning two restaurant recipes. See story B3
Lottman, son of Marilyn and Frank Lottman of Price Hill, said his biggest challenge was managing his time well and finding a good balance between school and home. Being open to new experience and people made the biggest difference in his high school experience, he said. “I’ve formed friendships that I know will last a lifetime,” he said. “I’m glad I chose to get as involved with Elder as I possibly could because it really did allow me to get the most out of my high school experience.” Both Lottman and Lindle were involved in many activSee ELDER, Page A2
Elder High School seniors Jacob Lindle, left, and Caleb Lottman are the top two students in Elder’s class of 2013. Lindle is the valedictorian and Lottman is the salutatorian. THANKS TO JP OWENS
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