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By: Lisa Marchesoni

Posted: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 1:59 pm

Riverdale High School senior Alisha Nance continues to improve after a near drowning Feb. 5 off Barfield Road.

Alisha remains in critical condition at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, said her mother Angie Sterry said late Monday.

“Although she is still taking baby steps, we are anxiously awaiting more,” Sterry said. “We’re praying to the Lord for a miracle and full recovery.”

Nance was driving on Barfield Road when her car traveled into the Stones River and overturned. Passing motorists flipped her car over and secured it until emergency responders arrived.

Sterry said she appreciated everything people in Murfreesboro and Rutherford County have done for her daughter. She appreciated the efforts of the rescuers and paramedics who contributed to saving her daughter’s life.

“I don’t have the words to express the outpouring of love and affection for my daughter,” Sterry said. “She’s an amazing girl.”

Nance remains in what her mother called a “gray area with her injuries.” Her mother talks with her everyday with news from her friends and about school so she’ll be up-to-date when she wakes up.

“I appreciate the prayers and everything the community has done in donations for medical expenses,” Sterry said. “It’s almost overwhelming to the point where you can’t describe how you feel.”

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Member Opinions:

By: Boo on 2/16/10
It is so good to hear that this young lady continues to improve. We will continue to keep Alisha and her family in our prayers.

By: momx5 on 2/16/10
God Bless Alisha and the Nance Family

By: OrangeCharlie on 2/16/10
My prayers continue for Alisha and her family. Thankful for the improvement thus far.

By: sja66 on 2/17/10
That's great! God bless Alisha as we pray for continued recovery.

By: Joshua1_9 on 2/17/10
We are covering Alisha and your family with prayer.