At 16, Emma Benoit tried to end her pain. Her failed attempt left her paralyzed and now she travels around the country to tell her story and inspire youth to keep living. She will be in Rochester on Tuesday at a free event for all to attend where you can learn more about her story and ways to provide support to those dealing with mental health issues.
Listen to Tom each Tuesday and Thursday morning after the 11 AM news as he joins Andy Brownell for Rochester Today on News-Talk 1340 KROC-AM and 96.9 FM.
"As I heard of a gunman, I instantly had a feeling my Dad would be a victim as he would put himself in harms way for the benefit of the kids and his staff."
The dense fog that blanketed much of southeastern Minnesota this morning slowed the commute to work and school but also created some beautiful examples of nature's artwork.