Good News Notes: “As we head toward the end of the year, nonprofit agencies say their efforts to help families facing eviction are not slowing down. Family Promise of the Coastal Empire gives help like emergency rental and utility assistance for families in need in Chatham, Bryan and Effingham counties for COVID-related crisis. But the…
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Halloween Gone Eco: Thank Ghouls
Good News Notes: “Let’s be honest, we’re all currently haunted. The human impact on this planet is catastrophic, and we live in the aftermath of our misguided decisions. But hope is not lost! And while we slowly work to repair—to put the ghosts to rest, as it were—we must consider all the aspects of our…
Zoom’s Branded Act Of Kindness
Good News Notes: “This Thanksgiving, instead of families gathering around a kitchen table, many will congregate around a webcam, smartphone or tablet. And Zoom is making sure they can do it free of charge. Earlier this month, the videoconferencing company – which has experienced explosive growth during the pandemic – announced that on Thanksgiving it…
A rare sight to celebrate: Tennessee Animal Shelter says it’s empty, as of Friday
Good News Notes: “Workers at the Cleveland, Tennessee Animal Shelter say they will not have much to do this weekend — but in this case, that’s a good thing. The reason? Thanks to adoptions, the shelter is now empty, as of Friday morning. The shelter shared the good news on Facebook Thursday night.” View the…
Baby born with cerebral palsy never expected to walk takes it step by step
Good News Notes: “Since 17-month-old Lennyn Lyons was first diagnosed with cerebral palsy six months ago, she’s undergone four brain surgeries. Her mother, Brianna, was unsure she would ever be able to walk. On Friday, Lennyn took her first steps at her family’s home in Holiday, Florida. Her ecstatic mom cheered on her little one…
‘Caring Coalition’ makes sure nobody in Plymouth is alone this Christmas
Good News Notes: “In Marshall County a group wanted to make sure nobody felt alone this year. Several Plymouth locals started the Caring Coalition this year, in part as a response to hearing about multiple suicides in the community. They want people to know there is always a place to go and talk with others…
Woman continues holiday tradition of giving back to children
Good News Notes: “One local woman does not plan to stop her holiday tradition anytime soon after she has served several families in the community with Christmas gifts for several years. Twenty-five years ago, Mary Ortega started Angel Mary’s Toy Drive at the Crazy J’s Sports Bar. Since then, the holiday event has gotten bigger…
Pet therapy brings holiday joy to retirees at Biloxi VA
Good News Notes: “Four-legged friends brought Christmas treats to residents at the Biloxi VA Community Living Center.” “The dogs and their owners volunteered to hand out holiday-themed gifts and socks to residents throughout the facility.” “Visiting Pet Teams said that pet therapy brings the joy of loving animals to those who are unable to care…
Roscommon County officers spread holiday joy with turkeys instead of tickets
Good News Notes: “Two northern Michigan law enforcement agencies teamed up to spread holiday cheer to motorists!” “On Friday, the Roscommon County Sheriff’s Office and the Gerrish Township Police Department teamed up for the Turkeys for Tickets while out patrolling the streets.” “Flashing lights in the rearview mirror – something not many people are ever…