Temple Grandin stands with Penelope, a four-year-old Pony of the Americas, at Pivot Point Pediatric Therapy in Athens, July 24, 2026. Dr. Grandin, a noted advocate for people living with autism, visited the therapy center ahead of her speech in Parkersburg, W.Va., last Saturday. Photo by Ryan Di Corpo.
Ryan Di Corpo is a Report for America corps member, covering housing for the Athens County Independent in Southeast Ohio. Report for America places talented journalists in local newsrooms to report on under-covered issues and regions.
