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BURLINGTON, Kan. (WIBW) – Each cut of the saw and pound of a nail that rings through the air of a neighborhood on Burlington’s west side brings Loran Martin a step closer to a dream. “It’s way exciting,” Loran proclaims as she surveys the bare wall studs surrounding her on the fresh foundation. “I can’t believe it’s happening!” Like many young women, Loran loves the independence of living on her own. But unlike many young women, she faces an added challenge – Loran is living with Friedreich’s ataxia, a form of muscular dystrophy. As it has weakened her body, she uses a walker or a wheelchair to get around. One day, she may need the chair more often. As her condition has progressed, Loran says she’s become increasingly aware that she needs a house that works for her. She and her family always said perhaps one day when the won…
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