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Military
Navy Dad Surprises Daughter During Her Birthday Elephant Encounter
A Navy dad returning from deployment surprised his daughter during her birthday elephant encounter at Memphis Zoo, creating a reunion she will never forget.
School
Texas Valedictorian Earns Full-Ride Scholarship While Helping Dad Through Cancer Treatment
A Texas valedictorian earned a full-ride scholarship after balancing school, activities and helping her father through cancer treatment.
Neighborhood Heroes
Arizona Teen Stops Bike Ride to Help Woman With Dementia in 103-Degree Heat
An Arizona teen stopped his bike ride to help a 75-year-old woman with dementia who was wandering alone in 103-degree heat.
Neighborhood Heroes
Off-Duty Firefighter Dives Under Capsized Boat to Save 3 Trapped Children
A firefighter saved 3 children trapped under a capsized boat after diving into the water during a Fourth of July lake outing.
Environment
$14.8 Million Is Headed to Rivers and Lakes Near You – And It Could Mean Better Fishing for Everyone
A $14.8 million investment will fund river and lake restoration projects across 26 states, improving fish habitats, water quality and local communities.
Neighborhood Heroes
German World Cup Fan Feared a ‘Dangerous’ America – One Family’s Roadside Kindness Changed His Mind
A German World Cup fan who feared America discovered unexpected kindness after a family helped him when he was stranded on the road.
Inspirational
First American Woman Rows Solo Across Pacific, Raises $30,000 for Charity
Kelsey Pfendler, the first American woman to complete a solo Pacific row, crossing California to Hawaii while raising $30,000 for charity.
Pets
Lost Florida Dog Found 1,000 Miles Away Reunites With Family
A lost Florida dog was found more than 1,000 miles away on Long Island, reuniting the 13-year-old Shih Tzu with his family after months apart.