Halloween is just around the corner and kids are probably getting excited for all of the festivities to come. Between dressing up and gathering treats, there is so much to look forward to. In the ...

Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Autism Spectrum Disorder, ASD, affects one in 36 kids. For the child and family, it's about getting the services needed. For the community, it's about understanding and acceptance. And that's why a ...