Theresa Coty O’Neil is the Managing Editor of Southwest Michigan Second Wave. As a longtime freelance writer, editor, and writing teacher, she has a passion for sharing the positive stories in Southwest Michigan and for mentoring young writers. She also serves as the Project Editor of the Faith in Action series and Project Lead for Battle Creek Voices of Youth.
Affordable housing makes Edison a place where many with disabilities live. The neighborhood is both accommodating and in some places hazardous for those navigating broken sidewalks.
Veteran services, legal assistance, working for birthing justice, a belief that rhythm is life, and having babies is part of the rhythm are all part of the work of two Edison nonprofits helping women.