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Milani family fire prompts broad community fundraising effort
In Herrin and Hardin counties, communities mobilize to aid Shawn Milani and family after a tent fire left Milani and his three children severely burned. Funds, volunteer time, and hospital support roll in as Abby faces multiple surgeries, with a charitable trust and local events organized to cover medical costs and ongoing care. Donations to Milani Charitable Trust at Bank of Herrin are welcomed.
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Williamson
Hardin
Herrin
Milani
Adam Compton
Abby
Compton
Patty
Police
Fire Department
Bank of
Debbie Ebert
David Craig
Shawn
Milani Charitable Trust
Bank of Herrin
S. Park Ave
Shawn Milani
Jimie Loyd
Lindell Hatley
Hardin County
Hardin County Hospital
Roberts
Donna Oxford
Hardin County Schools
Engelbach