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Johnson Honors Ms. Wheelchair Ohio 2019 of Clermont County

November 13, 2019
Terry Johnson News
 
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Johnson Honors Ms. Wheelchair Ohio 2019 of Clermont County
COLUMBUS—State Senator Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) today honored Isabella Burton of Clermont County for being named Ms. Wheelchair Ohio USA 2019.

Burton competed in Ms. Wheelchair USA in July, a competition sponsored by The Dane Foundation, to recognize the accomplishments of women with disabilities.

"Isabella's story is one of strength and courage, and I am proud to recognize such an inspiring individual,” said Johnson. “She represents the triumph of the human spirit."

A junior at UC Clermont College and graduate of Batavia High School, Burton was the first wheelchair athlete in the Cincinnati region. As Ms. Wheelchair Ohio, she has a platform to raise awareness of wheelchair sports and athletes.

"Thank you to Senator Johnson for this special recognition," said Burton. "Wheelchair sports allow students to be a part of a team, and being part of a team builds self-confidence and helps the disabled student feel like everyone else."

Learn more about Isabella Burton's story in the Clermont Sun by clicking here.