Lincoln support dog stands by Nebraska woman battling ultra rare disease
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Emily Koester’s family was told she would only live to be 9 years old, but last Wednesday she celebrated her 23rd birthday. At just 5 years old, Koester was diagnosed with the…
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