MAHONING VALLEY, Ohio - Kim Ruble is a supervisor at Trumbull County Children's Services ( TCCS), where she plays a crucial role in overseeing programs that support children and families in need.

Since childhood, she has been driven by a deep commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others.

"I knew from an early age that I wanted to do something to help my community and to help other people. And that led me into the field of child welfare," Ruble said.

Ruble graduated from Kent State University with a degree in psychology. She started her career at the Portage County Children's Services before transferring to TCCS.

She has spent the last 20 years helping parents in the Valley recover from substance abuse and reunite with their children. This year, she was honored with th

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