Kearney Golf Tournament Raises Funds for New Ambulances
A Nebraska hospital is turning tee time into lifesaving equipment. CHI Health Good Samaritan's charity golf tournament will replace aging ambulances that serve the entire community.
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Woman Jumps Into Lake to Save Stranger's Struggling Dog
When Katrina Billings spotted a large dog trapped in Lake Mohegan, she didn't hesitate to dive in and rescue the panicking pet. The Fairfield resident's quick action saved the animal while its grateful family watched from shore.
Homeless Man Saves Lost 6-Year-Old Wandering Miami Streets
A homeless good Samaritan called police after spotting a young boy with disabilities alone on a dark Miami street late at night. His quick action led to a safe rescue and reunited the child with family.
Vincennes Hospital Hosts Drug Take Back Day April 21
Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes is giving the community a safe way to dispose of unwanted medications. The April 21 event helps prevent drug misuse and protects the environment.
Indiana Hospital Hosts Free Drug Take Back Day April 21
Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes is making it easier for families to safely dispose of old medications while protecting their community from drug misuse. The free event offers a simple solution to a problem hiding in medicine cabinets across town.
Woman Saves 5 Kittens Dumped at Florida Park
A quick-thinking Good Samaritan rescued five abandoned kittens after spotting them at a Wilton Manors park, leading to an arrest and saving tiny lives. The furry survivors are now safe thanks to one person who refused to look the other way.
Passerby Rescues Disabled Resident from Chattanooga Fire
A quick-thinking stranger pulled a disabled resident to safety after spotting smoke billowing from a Chattanooga home. Thanks to the hero's fast action, everyone made it out alive before flames spread from garage to attic.
NC Fisherman Saves 3 Lives After Boat Capsizes Off Ocracoke
When Eddie Cameron spotted an overturned boat and people struggling in choppy waters off Ocracoke, he didn't hesitate to turn his vessel straight into danger. His quick action saved three lives that day.
Helena Homeless Center Finds Permanent Home at Thrift Store
After years of uncertainty and multiple relocations, Helena's Our Place Drop-in and Recovery Center is finally settling into what organizers hope will be its forever home. The daytime shelter for people experiencing homelessness is moving into Good Samaritan Ministries Thrift Store with a $162,000 renovation plan.
Helena Grant Gives Homeless Recovery Center a Permanent Home
A walk-in recovery center serving people experiencing homelessness in Helena, Montana, is finally getting a permanent home after years of uncertainty. Thanks to a $134,600 city grant, Our Place will move into Good Samaritan's building where clients can access daily essentials and community support all under one roof.
Doctor Honored for 27 Years Giving Back to Nebraska Hospital
Dr. Lissa Woodruff received CHI Health Good Samaritan's Champion of Philanthropy Award for her decades of service and generous giving. Her story shows how one physician's commitment can strengthen an entire community's healthcare.
Driver Rescues Woman, 73, From Burning Car on Highway
A passing motorist spotted flames under a stranger's car and ran toward danger to pull her to safety. Both lived to tell the story.
Kent Man's 911 Call Saves Unconscious Woman's Life
When a stranger found a woman passed out in her car outside a Kent bar, he made a choice that likely saved her life. Instead of walking away, he called 911 and stayed until help arrived.
Free Eye Clinic Helps 1,000+ in Johnson City
For over 20 years, Good Samaritan Ministries has provided free eye exams and glasses to more than 1,000 children and adults who couldn't afford vision care. The clinic runs four days a month and is looking to expand to meet growing demand.
San Jose Hospital Cuts Stroke Diagnosis Time by 24 Minutes
Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose is using AI to diagnose strokes 24 minutes faster, a breakthrough that could save millions of brain cells. The hospital is the first in the Bay Area to deploy the lifesaving technology.
Coast Guard Saves 5 Fishermen in Alaska with Ship's Help
When a fishing vessel started sinking near Alaska's remote Aleutian Islands, a nearby ship rushed to help while the Coast Guard launched a massive rescue effort. All five crew members made it home safely thanks to teamwork on the icy waters.
Man Pulls Driver From Burning Car in Hancock County
A quick-thinking bystander rescued a crash victim from a car engulfed in flames in Hancock County, Ohio. The victim credits the stranger with saving his life.
Two Strangers Pull 73-Year-Old From Burning Truck
When Steve Howell's truck flipped and burst into flames, he thought he would die trapped inside. Two strangers saw the smoke, ran toward the danger, and pulled him through the window seconds before the fire consumed everything.
Nebraska Doctor Honored for 27 Years of Community Giving
Dr. Lissa Woodruff, a physician leader who has served CHI Health Good Samaritan for nearly three decades, received the hospital's Champion of Philanthropy award for her generous contributions to healthcare and community programs. Her dedication shows how medical professionals can heal communities far beyond the exam room.
3 Neighbors Pull Driver From Burning Car in NC
When Joe Fields and Jason Jobe heard screeching tires and a boom, they ran toward danger instead of away from it. Their split-second decision to rescue a stranger from a fiery wreck in McLeansville saved a life.
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