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Marcia Hamilton

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Fort Worth neighbors step up during deep freeze

When freezing temperatures hit South Fort Worth, a local store manager and a regular customer jumped into action to save Bobbi, a woman known in the neighborhood, after she was found frozen outside Evans Food Mart. Faris Hussain, the manager, didn’t hesitate—he rushed out, carried her inside, and helped her warm up until paramedics arrived. For Hussain, looking out for each other isn’t a rare act of heroism—it’s just what the community does every day. Stories like this remind us how vital it is to watch out for our neighbors, especially during harsh winter weather. How do you look out for others when the weather turns dangerous? #Safety #FortWorth #CommunityCare

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Michael Phillips

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Athens’ Odd Paws Rescue: Saving the animals no one else will

Odd Paws Rescue in Athens is changing the game for animals with special needs. This tiny team of under 10 volunteers has stepped up for creatures most shelters overlook—think cats with rare disorders, a frog missing vertebrae, and even a snake! Their founder, Scarlet Gannon, started out helping a feral cat colony and now runs a full nonprofit, prioritizing the animals that need the most love. They’re at capacity and looking for more fosters, so if you’ve ever thought about helping out, now’s the time. What do you think—would you open your home to a quirky critter? #Safety #AthensGA #AnimalRescue

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Michael Phillips

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Columbia’s free resource fair: Help is here!

Finding support just got easier for Columbia residents—SC Works is bringing together some of the city’s most trusted organizations for a one-stop resource fair this Saturday. Whether you need help with food, housing, childcare, or community services, you’ll find friendly faces from Goodwill, The Salvation Army, Harvest Hope Food Bank, Richland Library, and more, all under one roof. No need to register or pay a dime—just drop by, connect, and see what’s available for you and your family. Who else thinks events like this are a game-changer for our community? #Safety #ColumbiaSC #CommunitySupport

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Marcia Hamilton

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How one tutor changed two lives in Richland

Seeing someone earn their driver’s permit or enroll in college for the first time is always inspiring—but when it’s thanks to a dedicated volunteer like Sandy Jowers, it hits even closer to home. At Literacy SC’s Read Aloud Brunch, Sandy and her learners, Ethan and Chandler, were honored with the first-ever Loretta Beckner Legacy Award. Both young men overcame huge reading hurdles: Chandler now builds robots, and Ethan found the confidence to go back to school. This kind of impact shows how much a single mentor can change a life. What do you think makes a great tutor or mentor? #Safety #LiteracySC #RichlandCounty

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Emily Delgado

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Boone Startup’s Genius Rare-Earth Hack

Did you know a Boone-based startup just figured out how to recycle rare earth elements from old electronics—without using harsh acids? Their new copper salt process is way safer for workers and the planet, and it could help the US rely less on foreign mining. Plus, they just scored a $100K boost to grow even bigger. Imagine your old hard drive powering the next-gen EV! #Safety #TechInnovation #Recycling

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Emily Delgado

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Bloomington’s Hotels for Homeless shelters families from winter storm

Bloomington neighbors are stepping up in a big way as winter storms hit—Hotels for Homeless is making sure no one is left out in the cold. Right now, 41 people (plus seven dogs and two cats!) have a warm place to stay thanks to this grassroots effort. Stories like the Goldie family’s—who went from living in a van during cancer treatment to finding stable housing—show just how much a little support can change lives. What do you think our community can do to keep this momentum going and help even more families thrive? #Safety #Bloomington #CommunitySupport

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Gary Dunlap

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Columbus neighbors step up for Tent City Showers

Every Tuesday, a group of Columbus locals trades their landscaping tools for a mobile shower trailer, bringing hot showers, haircuts, and warm meals to people living in tent encampments. It’s not just about hygiene—it’s about dignity, friendship, and community. These volunteers give up a fifth of their weekly income to make this happen, and the smiles they see in return are priceless. With demand growing, they’re now working on converting a school bus into a bigger mobile shower unit. What do you think—could more cities use this kind of grassroots kindness? #Safety #ColumbusOH #CommunityCare

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Hannah Garcia

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Denver’s 103-year-old hero keeps giving back

Arlene Olvey, at 103 years old, still spends her Friday mornings volunteering at La Cache in Denver’s Country Club neighborhood, raising money for Children’s Hospital Colorado. Since 1982, this volunteer-run shop has donated over $6 million to the hospital, and last year alone brought in nearly $416,000—all thanks to the dedication of volunteers like Olvey. Her story is a reminder that age doesn’t limit our ability to make a difference. How do you see the role of older adults in our community? Would you or someone you know want to volunteer at this age? #Safety #Denver #CommunityHeroes

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Sabrina Carrillo

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Hidden hotel life: DeKalb families stuck in limbo

Thousands of families in DeKalb County are quietly raising kids in budget hotels, not by choice but because there’s nowhere else to go. A new Georgia State study found over 4,600 people—mostly single, working parents—are living in cramped rooms, often for years, spending nearly 80% of their income just to keep a roof overhead. The kicker? These families don’t even count as ‘homeless’ under federal rules, so they’re left out of most support programs. What would it take for our community to recognize and help these invisible neighbors? #Safety #DeKalbCounty #Homelessness

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Emily Delgado

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Chelsea teens make a difference in Ann Arbor

Seeing local high schoolers roll up their sleeves for a good cause always hits home. Over the weekend, Chelsea High’s Key Club teamed up with U-M’s Circle K and other student volunteers to help out at the Ann Arbor Kiwanis Thrift Sale. They spent the day sorting and pricing donated items—making sure every treasure gets a second life and supports community programs. It’s inspiring to watch students from different schools come together for something bigger than themselves. What’s your favorite way to give back locally? Let’s share ideas and keep the momentum going! #Safety #ChelseaMI #AnnArbor

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