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Putnam County teen goes to prom after crash that left her with traumatic brain injury

Theresa Timmons missed her prom last year due to spending it in the hospital.

News 12 Staff

Jun 19, 2026, 9:29 PM

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A Putnam County teen attended her prom more than two years after a crash that left her with a traumatic brain injury.

Theresa Timmons was severely injured in the crash. Her friend, who was driving the car, did not survive.

RELATED: Putnam County teen heads home after more than a year in the hospital following car crash

Timmons missed her prom last year due to spending it in the hospital.

Friend and former coworker Jaiere Newton invited Timmons to his high school prom at Beacon.

Local business helped Timmons get ready for the special day by covering the cost of her dress, hair and makeup.

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