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Love Like Livvy

In honor of Livvy Rue Borden, from 4p-8p, Pizza Ed in Hartselle, Alabama, is hosting a fundraiser benefiting Smash SMARD and the mission to raise awareness and fund research for SMARD1 (Spinal Muscular Atrophy with Respiratory Distress Type 1). If you've ever wondered why this cause matters, I invite you to listen to my conversation with Kayleen and Drake Borden. Kayleen and Drake share the beautiful story of their daughter, Livvy Rue, who was born on November 21st, 2025, and spent 140 precious days filling the lives of those around her with love, laughter, and joy before passing away on April 10th after a courageous battle with the ultra-rare genetic disorder SMARD1. Their love for Livvy has become Love Like Livvy, an effort to one day establish a nonprofit foundation that will support families affected by SMARD1 through travel assistance, housing, research funding, and advocacy for newborn screening. I hope you'll take time to listen, learn about Livvy's incredible legacy, and, if you're in the Hartselle area this afternoon, consider supporting the fundraiser at Pizza Ed. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

Make A Difference Minute: Love Like Livvy

On this Make a Difference Minute, I have Kayleen and Drake Borden as they share how the life of their daughter, Livvy Rue Borden, is inspiring a mission to help other families facing the rare genetic disease SMARD1. While no parent expects to walk the road they have traveled, Kayleen and Drake have chosen to turn their grief into purpose. Through their effort, Love Like Livvy, they hope to one day establish a nonprofit foundation that will support families affected by SMARD1 by helping with travel, lodging, and other expenses while they seek specialized medical care. Their vision also includes partnering with neuromuscular and genetic specialists to help fund research toward better treatments and, ultimately, a cure. They also hope to advocate for newborn screening so families can receive answers sooner and be better prepared than they were. Even in the midst of profound loss, Livvy’s legacy is becoming one of hope, compassion, and determination for families who may one day walk a similar path. To learn more about the effort to advance research for SMARD1, visit Smash SMARD and/or SmashSMARD.org [http://SmashSMARD.org]. This MADM is brought to you by Bama Estate Planning by Attorney Harlan D. Mitchell, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

Make A Difference Minute: Finding Light in the Darkness

On this Make a Difference Minute, we continue our three-part series highlighting the family behind Aubrey's Love Foundation. After hearing from Aubrey’s dad, Allen, and her mom, Amy, today we hear from Aubrey’s sister, Abby. Abby shares what it was like in the days and months following the accident that claimed Aubrey’s life. She remembers wanting to be alone, but says her parents refused to let her face her grief in isolation. Looking back, she’s grateful they stayed by her side through one of the darkest seasons of her life. Abby says Aubrey’s Love Foundation gave her family something they desperately needed: purpose. By carrying on Aubrey’s legacy of kindness and service, they found a way to give Aubrey a voice while bringing hope to others. Today, Aubrey’s Love Foundation continues to award scholarships, support schools, invest in teachers, and meet needs throughout the community, ensuring Aubrey’s love continues to make a difference. Learn more at AubreysLove.com [http://AubreysLove.com]. This MADM is brought to you by Bankston Motor Homes, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

Make A Difference Minute: Carrying Love Forward

On this Make a Difference Minute, I have Amy Tucker as she shares how Aubrey's Love Foundation is continuing her daughter Aubrey’s legacy by investing in students, teachers, and families throughout Limestone County. In just a year and a half, the foundation has already made a meaningful impact. After awarding two scholarships in its first year, Aubrey’s Love has already presented six scholarships this year, with two more on the way. The foundation has also established the Light of Love Award at West Limestone, donated school supplies, provided teacher grants to help purchase classroom books and resources, and supplied 300 books to a school library. Amy says every opportunity to give back reflects the heart Aubrey had for serving others. While the foundation continues to look for ways to grow and increase its impact, its mission remains the same: to meet needs, encourage others, and continue spreading the love that Aubrey shared so freely. Learn more about Aubrey’s Love Foundation at AubreysLove.com [http://AubreysLove.com]. This MADM is brought to you by Hydration Lounge, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️

Make A Difference Minute: The Small Things Matter

On this Make a Difference Minute, we're recognizing Aubrey's Love Foundation as Aubrey's dad, Allen Tucker, shares how his daughter's life continues to inspire others. After Aubrey's passing, her family invited those attending her funeral to write down memories in a memory box. What they discovered was both humbling and life changing. Time after time, people shared stories of small acts of kindness that Aubrey had never talked about. She bought someone a Coke. She quietly paid for a prescription when someone couldn't afford it. She gave from what little she had without expecting recognition. Those seemingly ordinary moments became extraordinary because they were done with love. Allen says those stories helped his family realize that it's often the smallest, most selfless acts that leave the greatest impact on people's lives. Learn more about Aubrey's Love Foundation at AubreysLove.com [http://AubreysLove.com]. This MADM is brought to you by Singing River Dentistry, proudly supporting stories and the people who make our communities strong. Real stories. Real people. Real impact. News That Unites!™️