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Willow’s Walk: Elkhart pre-teen paving the path for future generations

ELKHART, Ind. — Imagine being at a crosswalk, not knowing when it's safe to go. That's what life was like for 12-year-old Willow Townsend, who happens to be blind.

We first shared her story back in May, when the City of Elkhart’s mayor, Rod Roberson, heard her plea for accessible crosswalks for those with disabilities.

Willow's dream of being able to cross the street by herself is now a reality after the city followed through on a promise to implement Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS) downtown, starting the project with one of Willow’s frequent crosswalks at E Beardsley Ave. and N Main St.

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