Posted by With the pandemic, college life will look different this fall, but to Rehan Stanton it’s going to look great! After a life of hardship and many, many challenges along the way, Rehan is headed to Harvard Law School. With the help and encouragement of others, he found a way to persevere. He may be going…Read more »
Posted by John Lewis died Friday evening. With his death, the United States lost a Civil Rights icon and a voice for justice. John Lewis was arrested again and again for speaking his mind and demonstrating for equal rights. Yet, he continued to speak with hope for what America could be. He demonstrated that hope when he…Read more »
Posted by Jeff Granger needed a kidney, and he received one. Years later, he needed another kidney, and he received one. A lifesaving mission between strangers who became friends shows us how generosity brings joy! Today’s Story of Joy shows how enduring love trumps all! Click the link below for today’s story. The Ultimate Gift
Posted by Duct tape can fix anything, right? Maybe even COVID-19. In a world of negatives, 41 rolls of duct tape + An off-the-shoulder gown = A positive outlook on Coronavirus. This young woman finds a way to represent the other side of the crisis where we get through it together! Click the link below to read the…Read more »
Posted by Many Americans received stimulus checks to help them through the pandemic. Some were laid off and needed the money to pay bills. Some saved the money for a rainy day. Some were able to work from home and didn’t lose income. So, what did they do with the money? Some gave it away! Today’s Story…Read more »
Posted by We celebrated Independence Day over the weekend. Some folks celebrated the holiday by becoming U.S. Citizens. Today’s Story of Joy reminds us that Americans come in all shapes, sizes, colors, religions, and backgrounds. The American Dream drives many to immigrate to America, and even in a pandemic, they found a way to their swearing in…Read more »
Posted by Our country will celebrate the Fourth of July in a couple of days. Americans have been challenged these last few months. Today’s Story of Joy shows us how we can sing in harmony. Madisen Hallberg was preparing to sing the national anthem for the virtual commencement ceremony at Portland State University when another voice joined…Read more »
Posted by The ESPY Awards were broadcast last week. The ceremony highlights achievements in sports. One of the awards, the Pat Tillman Award for Service, celebrates someone from sports who gives back in some way. This year the award went to Kim Clavel. Kim is a boxer and was looking forward to the fight of her life…Read more »
Posted by Kamryn Johnson wanted to do something to help the people in Minneapolis, but what can a nine-year-old do? Plenty! Kamryn and her friends got to work making and selling string bracelets. A lot of bracelets! Their efforts brought in thousands and thousands of dollars. Today’s Story of Joy will bring a smile to your face…Read more »
Posted by Yesterday was Father’s Day, and we ran a story last week recognizing the day; however, we liked today’s story so much that we’re running two Father’s Day stories this year! Rob Kenney didn’t have great parental role models to follow, but he’s become one for others on YouTube. He shares “how to” videos, and they’re…Read more »
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