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Firefighters Rescue Two Ducklings from Storm Drain in Arnold
Acts of Kindness2h ago

Firefighters Rescue Two Ducklings from Storm Drain in Arnold

Arnold firefighters reunited two trapped ducklings with their worried mother after a 36-minute rescue operation at a shopping plaza. It's the second time in a year the crew has saved ducklings at Arnold shopping centers.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Free Mental Health Clinic Opens for Missouri Veterans
Acts of KindnessJan 27

Free Mental Health Clinic Opens for Missouri Veterans

Veterans and first responders in Gladstone, Missouri, now have access to free, cutting-edge brain treatment for PTSD and depression. The new clinic opens as Missouri faces the nation's highest veteran suicide rate.

Google News - New Treatment2 min read
Missouri Craft Distilleries Add $150M to State Economy
SolutionsFeb 14

Missouri Craft Distilleries Add $150M to State Economy

Fifty-five craft distilleries now operate across Missouri, generating over $150 million for the state economy and creating more than 1,400 jobs. Small towns like Rocheport are discovering that local distilleries attract visitors who spend the day exploring, dining, and supporting nearby businesses.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Missouri State Awards Scholarships to Incoming Class
Acts of KindnessJun 19

Missouri State Awards Scholarships to Incoming Class

Missouri State University has awarded scholarships to hundreds of incoming students for the 2026-27 academic year, recognizing academic achievement and community leadership. The awards open doors for students who demonstrated excellence in the classroom and commitment to serving others.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
University of Missouri Grads Hit 95% Success Rate
SolutionsMar 9

University of Missouri Grads Hit 95% Success Rate

The University of Missouri is proving that college works. For the third year running, more than 95% of graduates land jobs, continue education, or achieve other successful outcomes within six months of leaving campus.

Google News - Graduation Success2 min read
Missouri Tests Medical Drones for Rural Healthcare Access
InnovationMay 6

Missouri Tests Medical Drones for Rural Healthcare Access

A new drone program in Missouri could slash delivery times for critical medical supplies like blood samples and organ tissues to rural communities. The test flights connect Springfield, Rolla, and St. Louis, bringing faster care to areas where hospital closures have left patients traveling 20 extra miles for treatment.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Missouri Bank Workers Fund $10K in Student Scholarships
Acts of KindnessMay 19

Missouri Bank Workers Fund $10K in Student Scholarships

Bank employees in West Plains, Missouri, give up $2 per paycheck so local students can chase their dreams. This year, five graduating seniors each received $2,000 to pursue careers in healthcare and engineering.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
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Community HeroesJan 27

Missouri Firefighters Save Dog from Frozen Lake

When a dog fell through thin ice on a frozen Missouri lake, firefighters didn't hesitate to plunge into the icy water for a heart-stopping rescue. The pup made it out safe, cold but wagging.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
NASA Awards Missouri Discovery Center $250K STEM Hub
InnovationJan 31

NASA Awards Missouri Discovery Center $250K STEM Hub

Springfield's Discovery Center just became NASA's only STEM Innovation Hub in Missouri, bringing $250,000 and national curriculum reach. This partnership will train the next generation of space workers across four states.

Google: NASA discovery2 min read
Missouri Volunteers Needed to Help Veterans and Seniors
Acts of KindnessJun 10

Missouri Volunteers Needed to Help Veterans and Seniors

Four Missouri organizations are calling for volunteers to deliver meals, drive veterans to medical appointments, and brighten hospital visits. The opportunities welcome people of all ages to make a real difference in their community.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Missouri Seeks Birdwatchers to Track 3 Billion Bird Loss
Acts of KindnessMay 14

Missouri Seeks Birdwatchers to Track 3 Billion Bird Loss

Missouri needs skilled birdwatchers to help track declining bird populations across five survey routes this summer. The volunteer effort is part of a 60-year conservation program that revealed North America has lost nearly 3 billion birds since 1970.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Missouri Teams Save Two People and Dog from Floodwaters
Community HeroesJun 2

Missouri Teams Save Two People and Dog from Floodwaters

When rising waters trapped two people and their dog at a Missouri conservation area Sunday night, multiple rescue teams worked together to bring everyone home safe. The daring nighttime rescue showcased the power of coordinated emergency response.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Missouri Union Golf Event Funds Career Training Program
SolutionsMar 27

Missouri Union Golf Event Funds Career Training Program

Union members raised funds at a Top Golf event in Chesterfield to support the Missouri Works Initiative, a nonprofit helping Missourians access career training and job resources. The March 19th fundraiser brings new support to programs connecting laid-off workers with apprenticeships and recovery-friendly workplaces.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Missouri Rescuers Save Two People and Dog From Floodwaters
Community HeroesJun 1

Missouri Rescuers Save Two People and Dog From Floodwaters

When water started rising fast at a Missouri conservation area Sunday night, multiple rescue teams worked together to pull two people and their dog to safety. Everyone made it out without a scratch thanks to swift coordination between five emergency response agencies.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
Missouri Volunteers Give 800,000+ Hours to Help Communities
Community HeroesApr 20

Missouri Volunteers Give 800,000+ Hours to Help Communities

Nearly 10,000 volunteers across Missouri donated more than 800,000 hours last year to mentor youth, grow food for pantries, and restore natural habitats. Their combined contributions are valued at over $30 million, proving everyday people can create extraordinary change.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Google Invests $15B in Rural Missouri, $20M for Energy Bills
InnovationMay 21

Google Invests $15B in Rural Missouri, $20M for Energy Bills

Google is bringing 2,300 construction jobs and hundreds of permanent positions to rural Montgomery County, Missouri, with a $15 billion data center investment. The company is also launching a $20 million fund to help local families lower their energy bills.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Teacher Grows Girls' Lacrosse to 50 Players in Mid-Missouri
Community HeroesJan 22

Teacher Grows Girls' Lacrosse to 50 Players in Mid-Missouri

A high school biology teacher who volunteered at his daughters' lacrosse clinic five years ago has built a thriving girls' program in an area with almost no teams. Joe Bennett now coaches both youth girls and high school boys in Columbia, Missouri, traveling hours for games to share his love of the sport.

Google News - Community Hero3 min read
200 Volunteers Place 13,000 Flags for Missouri Veterans
Community HeroesMay 19

200 Volunteers Place 13,000 Flags for Missouri Veterans

Volunteers in Springfield, Missouri spent Memorial Day honoring fallen heroes by placing American flags at 13,000 graves. The program has grown five times larger in just four years.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Missouri College Opens $360K in Scholarships for 2026
Acts of KindnessJan 29

Missouri College Opens $360K in Scholarships for 2026

Over 365 students will share more than $360,000 in financial aid as North Central Missouri College opens its scholarship application for fall 2026. One simple application automatically matches students with every scholarship they qualify for.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Missouri Firefighters Save Two Horses From Frozen Pond
Community HeroesJan 27

Missouri Firefighters Save Two Horses From Frozen Pond

When two horses broke through ice on a snow-covered pond in Cuba, Missouri, firefighters created a path to safety and brought them back to shore. Both animals recovered fully after being checked by a veterinarian.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read

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