On April 13, Churchville Mayor Nancy Steedman and Churchville-Riga Chamber President Sue Davis met with Churchville resident Ryan Chalmers in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Ryan is a Paralympic track athlete who has set out from Los Angeles on a 71-day, 3,500-mile “Push Across America” journey on his three-wheeled racing wheelchair. Ryan was positive and anxious to continue on his journey. He said he is averaging 61 miles a day and had just come through Death Valley. Ryan’s goal is to raise awareness for all persons with disabilities. His strong will and dedication were apparent. Steedman and Davis said they hope to meet with him again in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in June. Follow his journey on www.pushacrossamerica.org.
