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A quick-thinking Tampa resident didn't wait for firefighters when he spotted flames on a second-story balcony. He climbed up and put out the fire himself, potentially saving lives and preventing major property damage.
The Good Samaritan Project honored four Indiana law enforcement agencies in a heartfelt appreciation ceremony. Founder Paula Davis, whose family has deep roots in policing, wanted officers to know their service doesn't go unnoticed.
Twenty students pursuing healthcare careers just received scholarships totaling $18,750 from CHI Health Good Samaritan Foundation in Nebraska. Since 1989, the program has invested over $367,000 in 512 future healthcare workers.
Good Samaritan Hospital, which provided life-saving care to African American patients during segregation, will receive a North Carolina Highway Historical Marker this week. The hospital served Charlotte's Black community for over a century, from 1891 to 1996. #
The Good Samaritan Project is hosting a special gathering Wednesday to celebrate the service and sacrifice of local law enforcement officers. The event reflects founder Paula Davis's deep personal connection to police work through her family's legacy of service.
When Ellen Moore and her family spotted flames shooting 20 feet high, they didn't drive past. Their quick action helped save a man trapped inside a burning camper on Saturday night. ##
When an elderly woman's car plunged into a Florida canal and went fully underwater, a nearby stranger didn't hesitate to jump in and pull her to safety. Jayson Jurado's quick thinking at C.B. Smith Park saved a life before first responders could even arrive.
A frightened kitten that fell into a storm drain got a second scare when it climbed deep into a rescuer's car dashboard. Thanks to a quick-thinking good Samaritan and a patient Connecticut State Trooper, the tiny stowaway is now safe.
When a car burst into flames after crashing into a creek in Wilsonville, a passerby didn't hesitate to act. Using only a strap, he pulled a trapped driver to safety before firefighters arrived.
When a woman was knocked down during a chaotic brawl at Rochester's Lilac Festival, 24-year-old Davionte Terrel didn't hesitate to help. Now local businesses are celebrating his quick act of courage with gifts and recognition.
A quick-thinking jet ski rental employee jumped into action when a German Shepherd started drowning while chasing a coconut. Travis Howe's waterside rescue turned him into a local hero and earned him the nickname "Super Trav."
When an ambulance rolled over on US-131, Anthony Boshoven turned his car around and spent crucial minutes holding a patient's stretcher stable while paramedics worked to restore life support. His quick action helped save a life during those critical moments after the crash.
When a Detroit Good Samaritan heard gunshots, he didn't run away—he ran toward a wounded teenager who desperately needed help. His split-second decision to act may have saved a young life.
A Miami driver turned a busy intersection into a moment of kindness when he stopped traffic to help an elderly woman safely cross the street. The heartwarming scene, captured on video and shared widely on social media, shows what happens when someone chooses compassion over convenience.
When a car flipped and burst into flames on Massachusetts I-495, an off-duty firefighter and quick-thinking bystanders pulled two trapped victims to safety. Dramatic video captured the life-saving rescue as flames engulfed the wreckage.
A New Mexico rancher risked his safety to track a stolen truck and help police arrest a man wanted in connection with a homicide investigation. Despite being shot at four times, Kip DeFoor kept following the vehicle until officers could make an arrest.
When a car rolled over and burst into flames on Interstate 495, a group of strangers refused to give up until they pulled two trapped people to safety. Their determined effort shows the power of ordinary people doing extraordinary things in a crisis.
Good Samaritan is breaking down healthcare barriers with a free wellness fair designed specifically for men's health needs. The June 9th event offers everything from cholesterol testing to cancer screenings at no cost.
When Marine Corps Captain Ramarro Lamar spotted a man trudging through a November snowstorm in the middle of a Woodridge street, he did what any good neighbor would do. That simple act of kindness connected two strangers in an unexpected way.
A passerby pulled a trapped driver from a burning vehicle moments before flames engulfed the car in Meigs County, Tennessee. The quick-thinking Good Samaritan's actions likely saved a life Tuesday morning.
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