Good News Notes: “Sister Alphonsine Ciza spends most of her day in gum boots, white veil tucked under a builder’s hat, manning the micro-hydroelectric plant she built to overcome daily electricity cuts in her town of Miti in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. She works around the clock with a team of nuns and engineers,…
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TikTok influencer featured in beach cleanup campaign
Good News Notes: “Visit St. Pete/Clearwater and Keep Pinellas Beautiful have teamed up with local TikTok influencer Caulin Donaldson for a new campaign aimed at getting visitors to pick up their beach trash. “I feel so incredibly grateful that I am the one that gets to spread this message with the county,” said Donaldson, 25. “That we’re working…
Mashburn’s Miracle: Amarillo teen defies odds, recovers after 25 minutes without pulse
Good News Notes: “A parent’s worst nightmare became reality when their 18-year-old son unexpectedly collapsed at home. Jakin Mashburn was not breathing. “I was in my room listening to an audio book and heard a loud bang and found Jakin in his bathroom, collapsed on the floor,” said Carrie Mashburn, Jakin’s mom. Carrie called 911…
Ukrainian fighters exchange wedding vows at war front
Good News Notes: “Lesya and Valeri are both civil defence volunteers who are fighting alongside the Ukrainian military. The Russian war in Ukraine has entered 12th day with major cities, including Kyiv, facing bombings by Russian forces. The United Nations has reported close to two million people displaced by the war already and many civilians…
Toddler makes ‘miracle’ recovery after near drowning in Poway
Good News Notes: “A grateful mom is speaking out after her 2-year-old daughter’s ‘miracle’ recovery from a near drowning in Poway. A week ago, a day after Alia Preston and her family arrived in Poway from Queen Creek, AZ, she went out for a quick shopping trip with her mother-in-law. Her husband Nick was at…
Jean’s Angels nonprofit unveils laundry truck for homeless people
Good News Notes: “A group of “angels” are taking their fight to help the Tri-county homeless to the streets via a mobile trailer. Today, the non-profit “Jean’s Angels” unveiled their new laundry truck. It has four washer and dryer units, and will be brought to spots where the area’s homeless are known to gather, giving…
2-day event helps hundreds of Jacksonville veterans struggling with homelessness
Good News Notes: “The city of Jacksonville stepped in to help homeless veterans get back on their feet and get adjusted back into civilian life. Saturday capped off the two-day “Homeless Veterans Stand Down” event at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds. “You have to be willing to ask for help to receive it,” said Jennifer Blum, who…
‘It’s a miracle…’ Magnolia family reflects after narrowly escaping landslide at home
Good News Notes: “A landslide took a family home and the lives of two dogs who were inside. “I thought I was going to die, and just praying to God,” said James Fritts. James Fritts and his wife Didi were in the kitchen Friday afternoon when a landslide knocked their home off its foundation. “We…
Giving Back for Christmas: DC Volunteers Help People in Need
Good News Notes: “The square was ground zero for caring and outreach to people experiencing homelessness, carrying on a Christmas tradition despite the challenges of the pandemic. Churches, missions and individuals converged on the park to help others. “We do it because it’s part of the season for us. It’s very important to share God’s…
Christmas miracle: single mother receives $1,500 tip to buy gifts for her children
Good News Notes: “A single mother of five was struggling to get her young children Christmas presents this year. That is until a chance encounter with 14 strangers. They left the Tucson waitress a jaw-dropping tip. “I have a set of twins, a three-year-old, an eight and a nine-year-old,” said Dinahlee Escudero. “My mom is a…