(From KGCS)“Knowing what is wrong with a person, tells you little about what is right with them.” Heather Wimsett, founder of Shine Joplin, shares a quote that has inspired her efforts to create opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. Wimsett gives details of how Shine Joplin started and its mission to ensure these adults find purpose in life. Shine Joplin is a Christian based day program which includes fitness, bible study and skills building through the production of craft items.
Lynae Sanchez, the craft project designer talks about the various creations available and the impact the work has on members and their families. Sam Dutton, a Shine Joplin member discusses his duties and what the Shine Joplin program means to him.
Newsmakers is airing nightly at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. the week of December 22 on KGCS-TV and will air at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, December 28 on KOAM-TV. It is also posted on the station’s YouTube channel: KGCS - Missouri Southern State University.
KGCS programming can be seen on channel 21 and is also available on regional cable television systems such as Sparklight, Mediacom and Optimum Internet in Carthage. The station operates as a service of the Department of Communication at Missouri Southern State University.
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