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Good News Network Celebrates 29 Years of Positivity Online
Daily Mix•Aug 31

Good News Network Celebrates 29 Years of Positivity Online

The world's first good news website launched 29 years ago today, pioneering a movement that proved people craved uplifting stories. Founded by former TV journalist Geri Weis-Corbley, the Good News Network now reaches millions with inspiring stories every day.

Good News Network•2 min read
Walker County, Alabama Hits 2.2% Unemployment Rate
Solutions•Jan 28

Walker County, Alabama Hits 2.2% Unemployment Rate

Walker County, Alabama now has one of the state's lowest unemployment rates at just 2.2%, down from 2.6% the previous month and significantly better than the 3.2% rate from a year earlier. The good news reflects Alabama's broader economic momentum, with record employment numbers and rising wages across key sectors.

Google News - Unemployment Drops•3 min read
Red Phone Helps Strangers Share Good News and Heal
Acts of Kindness•Jul 10

Red Phone Helps Strangers Share Good News and Heal

A bright red phone in a public plaza invites strangers to share good news and hidden struggles, creating viral moments of connection. One man's tearful announcement that his dad is cancer-free has touched over 6 million people.

Upworthy•2 min read
Alabama Gas Company Boosts Scholarships for 25 Seniors
Acts of Kindness•May 4

Alabama Gas Company Boosts Scholarships for 25 Seniors

Southeast Gas just increased its community service scholarships to $2,000 each, honoring 25 Southeast Alabama high school seniors who've dedicated themselves to helping their neighbors. Since 2015, the program has awarded more than $375,000 to students who prove that good grades and good hearts go hand in hand.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded•2 min read
Alabama High Schooler Launches 5K to Fund Free Health Clinic
Acts of Kindness•Jun 21

Alabama High Schooler Launches 5K to Fund Free Health Clinic

A Cullman teenager turned his dream of helping others into a community 5K race that will fund free healthcare for neighbors in need. The Run for Good event kicks off June 27, with every dollar supporting the Good Samaritan Health Clinic.

Google News - Good Samaritan•2 min read
Alabama Lions Bring Free Eye Care to Rural Communities
Acts of Kindness•Aug 1

Alabama Lions Bring Free Eye Care to Rural Communities

A mobile eye clinic has served over 200 people in Cullman, Alabama, offering affordable vision care to anyone who needs it. The partnership between local Lions Club volunteers and Good Samaritan Health Clinic proves what's possible when communities come together.

Google News - Good Samaritan•2 min read
Alabama Gets 1,000 Jobs from $2.4B Submarine Factory
Solutions•Apr 14

Alabama Gets 1,000 Jobs from $2.4B Submarine Factory

A former railcar plant in northwest Alabama is becoming a state-of-the-art submarine parts factory, bringing 1,000 good-paying jobs to the region. The $2.4 billion facility represents one of the largest investments in U.S. maritime manufacturing history.

Google News - Jobs Created•2 min read
9 Resources to Beat Climate Anxiety With Good News
Planet Wins•Feb 28

9 Resources to Beat Climate Anxiety With Good News

Feeling overwhelmed by climate doom? These curated resources prove that solutions are happening right now, and hope is a powerful tool for action.

Good Good Good•2 min read
Alabama's Free EV Test Drive Brings Electric Future Home
Innovation•Jul 9

Alabama's Free EV Test Drive Brings Electric Future Home

The University of Alabama is bringing electric vehicles to the people with a free test drive event that lets anyone experience the future of transportation. It's part of a bigger push to help Alabamians discover why thousands are already making the switch.

Google News - Electric Vehicle•2 min read
Nick Saban Building Alabama STEM Campus for Kids in 2027
Community Heroes•Jan 29

Nick Saban Building Alabama STEM Campus for Kids in 2027

The legendary football coach who built a dynasty at Alabama is now building something bigger: a groundbreaking learning center that will give thousands of kids access to world-class STEM education, arts programs, and hands-on discovery experiences. The Saban Center opens in 2027, built entirely with Alabama materials for Alabama's future.

Yahoo Sports•3 min read
Alabama Volunteers Build Ramp for Grandparents Raising 7-Year-Old
Acts of Kindness•May 21

Alabama Volunteers Build Ramp for Grandparents Raising 7-Year-Old

When daily life became a physical struggle for Alabama grandparents raising their granddaughter with special needs, their community showed up with hammers and hope. A custom wheelchair ramp now gives the family safer access and peace of mind.

Google: volunteers help•2 min read
Alabama Home Health Agency Earns National Top Rating
Community Heroes•Mar 18

Alabama Home Health Agency Earns National Top Rating

Decatur Morgan HomeCare just earned a rare 4.5 out of 5 stars from U.S. News & World Report, placing it among the nation's best home health agencies. Out of 12,000 agencies nationwide, this Alabama team stood out for exceptional care and patient satisfaction. #

Google News - Small Business Success•2 min read
Philly News Station Pays Groceries on Kindness Day
Acts of Kindness•Feb 18

Philly News Station Pays Groceries on Kindness Day

A Philadelphia news team turned Random Acts of Kindness Day into action by surprising shoppers with free groceries, delivering flowers to hospital staff, and treating first responders to coffee. Their spontaneous generosity brightened dozens of lives across the city.

Google News - Random Act Kindness•2 min read
Alabama Hits Record $14.6B in New Business Investment
Solutions•Jan 21

Alabama Hits Record $14.6B in New Business Investment

Alabama shattered its economic development records in 2025 with over $14.6 billion in new business investments and nearly 10,000 jobs headed to communities across the state. The historic growth signals a major economic transformation touching every corner of Alabama.

Google: economic growth report•2 min read
Witness Stops Fleeing Driver After Alabama Hit-And-Run
Community Heroes•May 6

Witness Stops Fleeing Driver After Alabama Hit-And-Run

When a driver rear-ended a family and tried to flee in Huntsville, Alabama, one witness refused to let him escape. He chased down the driver on foot and held him until police arrived.

Google News - Good Samaritan•2 min read
1,000 Newsrooms Unite to Fight for Truth on World News Day
Global News•Sep 10

1,000 Newsrooms Unite to Fight for Truth on World News Day

On September 28, over 1,000 newsrooms from 100+ countries will celebrate World News Day, proving that quality journalism can still restore hope in fractured societies. One journalist who watched Yugoslavia collapse and South Africa recover knows exactly why truth matters.

Daily Maverick•2 min read
Alabama School Earns Perfect Score Second Year Running
Acts of Kindness•Jan 31

Alabama School Earns Perfect Score Second Year Running

A Mobile school celebrated its second straight perfect score on Alabama's state report card with a parade full of music, cheers, and pride. The achievement shows what's possible when teachers, students, and community work together.

Google News - Student Achievement•2 min read
Alabama Town Honors Student With 24th Annual Scholarship 5K
Acts of Kindness•Sep 18

Alabama Town Honors Student With 24th Annual Scholarship 5K

A small Alabama community is keeping one young man's memory alive by funding college dreams for local students. The Tomaras Deveridge Scholarship 5K returns this September for its 24th year of turning morning runs into educational opportunities.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded•2 min read
South Africa's News Creators Fill Gap Left by Legacy Media
Innovation•Jun 4

South Africa's News Creators Fill Gap Left by Legacy Media

One in four South Africans now get their news from individual creators rather than traditional organizations, reshaping journalism. A new report reveals how these innovative storytellers are building trust and redefining what it means to report news.

Daily Maverick•2 min read
Alabama Clinic Partners With Church to Share Medical Gear
Acts of Kindness•Sep 9

Alabama Clinic Partners With Church to Share Medical Gear

A health clinic and church in Cullman, Alabama are teaming up to get wheelchairs, walkers, and other medical equipment to more people who need it. The new loan program means gently used equipment can help multiple families instead of sitting unused.

Google News - Good Samaritan•2 min read

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