An auction is being planned to benefit Travis Stuber, 16, who was diagnosed with Autoimmune Hepatitis in 2005. He is a former CCHS student, but due to his illness, Stuber is being homebound schooled. His family moved from New York to the Newport area a few years ago.

Autoimmune Hepatitis is an illness that is a common reason for liver transplants in children. Stuber has recently been admitted for a life-threatening massive hemorrhage from a varix, which requires over 15 blood transfusions. He is in stable condition, but this condition requires medical attention and management, which cannot be delayed due to lack of funding.

The family is seeking auction items to be donated on Travis╒s behalf. All donations can be dropped off at Goddard Real Estate on West Broadway. The auction date will be announced at a later time.

For more information please call Wayne Stuber at 423-721-8864.

The Travis J. Stuber Donation Fund has been established at US Bank for donations.

Any and all assistance is greatly appreciated by the family.