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Cancer-Stricken Boy Gets Wish to Blow Up Building
17 January 2012
 
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A 7-year-old boy with cancer was granted his wish to push the detonator and implode a massive grain silo in Ohio. Maxwell Hinton, who is suffering from Neuroblastoma, was granted the request by the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

"I got cancer, Neuroblastoma, and I went through treatment and they made a wish for me," Hinton said. "I watch MythBusters, and they inspired me to blow a building up."

The ConAgra grain mill was already scheduled to be demolished, making way for the sale of 11 acres of property as part of a four-year renovation project. An estimated 30,000 local residents turned out to watch Hinton help blow up the building.

"It's been a great experience for him, but it's a great experience for this whole area," said Doug Studer, who helped to organize the fulfilment of Hinton's wish.
 
 
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