{
  "id": 17289369,
  "title": "Virginia woman's ice cream shops now employ 35 people with disabilities",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/virginia-womans-ice-cream-shops-now-employ-35-people-with-disabilities",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-30T20:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/a-retired-virginia-optometrist-opened-an-ice-cream-shop-in-2021-to-create-jobs-for-people-with-disabilities-her-two-stores-now-employ-35-and-she-says-there-is-a-waiting-list-to-work-there/articleshow/135222526.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "By 2026, Robin Rinearson’s ventures, Jake’s Ice Cream and Jake’s Gourmet Popcorn, have emerged as crucial employers for individuals with disabilities. With 35 staff members, these businesses emphasize skills enhancement and sustainable positions. Employees express fulfillment in their jobs and frequently refer friends for openings. A notable waiting list represents the success of Rinearson's…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}