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Good News Network Celebrates 29 Years of Positivity Online
Daily MixAug 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 Network2 min read
Red Phone Helps Strangers Share Good News and Heal
Acts of KindnessJul 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.

Upworthy2 min read
9 Resources to Beat Climate Anxiety With Good News
Planet WinsFeb 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 Good2 min read
Philly News Station Pays Groceries on Kindness Day
Acts of KindnessFeb 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 Kindness2 min read
South Africa's News Creators Fill Gap Left by Legacy Media
InnovationJun 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 Maverick2 min read
Student Wins Scholarship for Broadcasting Good News Stories
Acts of KindnessMar 29

Student Wins Scholarship for Broadcasting Good News Stories

Anna Ince, a Lindenwood University sophomore, just won a competitive scholarship from the Missouri Broadcasters Association for her passion for highlighting positivity through radio. She's using her platform to give voices to people who don't always get heard.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Wisconsin Cousins Reunite in Florida After TV News Spot
Acts of KindnessFeb 25

Wisconsin Cousins Reunite in Florida After TV News Spot

Two cousins from Wisconsin who had never met discovered they were neighbors in Florida when one spotted the other on a local news broadcast. Their chance reunion led to a friendship that lasted over a decade.

Google: reunion family2 min read
Louisville Ornament Honors Cancer Survivors, Funds Screening
Acts of KindnessApr 17

Louisville Ornament Honors Cancer Survivors, Funds Screening

A new ornament designed to celebrate breast cancer survivors in Louisville is raising funds for cancer screening programs across Kentucky. Every purchase supports life-saving early detection efforts through the University of Louisville's Kentucky Cancer Program.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Louisville Rallies for 8-Year-Old Fighting Rare Disease
Acts of KindnessFeb 8

Louisville Rallies for 8-Year-Old Fighting Rare Disease

Hundreds gathered at a Louisville bowling alley to support Zoey Alford, an 8-year-old whose smile lights up every room despite her battle with a devastating rare disease. Her mother's mission to find a cure is inspiring a community to turn hope into action.

Google News - Disease Cure2 min read
Louisville to Host 2028 Olympic Gymnastics Trials
InnovationApr 16

Louisville to Host 2028 Olympic Gymnastics Trials

Louisville will host the 2028 U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, where America's best gymnasts will compete for their chance to shine at the LA Games. The 15-day event is expected to bring over 200,000 visitors to Kentucky's largest city.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Louisville Workshop Helps Fathers in Recovery Rebuild Lives
Acts of KindnessApr 26

Louisville Workshop Helps Fathers in Recovery Rebuild Lives

A Louisville program brings fathers in recovery together to learn parenting skills, share experiences, and reconnect with their children. The workshop proves that investing in fathers creates positive ripples throughout entire communities.

Google News - Recovery Story2 min read
Louisville Awards $132K in Scholarships to 11 JCPS Students
SolutionsMar 17

Louisville Awards $132K in Scholarships to 11 JCPS Students

Eleven Louisville high school students just received life-changing scholarships worth $12,000 each for their academic excellence and community leadership. The awards mean less debt and more opportunities for students like Elliot Brooks, who says he's "ready to get out there."

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Louisville Students Clean Historic Cemetery for Families
Acts of KindnessMay 5

Louisville Students Clean Historic Cemetery for Families

Dozens of seventh graders spent their Monday pulling weeds and clearing graves at Louisville Cemetery, where some headstones date back to the 1800s. For 13-year-old Ivy Lewis, the work was especially meaningful since her grandfather rests there.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Louisville 'Lawn Queen' Sets World Record Mowing Attempt
Acts of KindnessMay 16

Louisville 'Lawn Queen' Sets World Record Mowing Attempt

A professional mower is attempting to break the world record for fastest time mowing a football field-sized area at Louisville's Waterfront Park. Hali Rieman, known as the "Lawn Queen," is taking her impressive mowing skills to a whole new level.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Louisville Volunteers Clean Cemetery Before Mother's Day
Acts of KindnessMay 11

Louisville Volunteers Clean Cemetery Before Mother's Day

Volunteers in Louisville are restoring a closed cemetery just in time for families planning Mother's Day visits. Community members stepped up when they saw the neglected grounds needed care.

Google: volunteers help1 min read
10-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Signs with Louisville City FC
SportsMay 29

10-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Signs with Louisville City FC

A young boy who battled a brain tumor and severe epilepsy just signed his first professional soccer contract. Grayson O'Barr will take the field with Louisville City FC this Saturday in a partnership that celebrates his incredible comeback.

Google News - Cancer Survivor2 min read
Political Scientist Shares How to Cut Through News Noise
SolutionsMay 22

Political Scientist Shares How to Cut Through News Noise

Political scientist Ian Bremmer, who advises world leaders, reveals his strategies for staying informed without getting overwhelmed. In a new TED conversation, he offers practical tips anyone can use to think more clearly about the news.

TED2 min read
Google Lets Readers Boost Their Favorite News Sites
SolutionsAug 21

Google Lets Readers Boost Their Favorite News Sites

Google just handed publishers a powerful new tool to fight back against AI's impact on website traffic. Readers can now mark their favorite news sources with a single button click, making those sites appear more often in search results.

TechCrunch2 min read
University of Louisville Welcomes Back John Schnatter
Acts of KindnessApr 23

University of Louisville Welcomes Back John Schnatter

The University of Louisville announced reconciliation with Papa John's founder John Schnatter, eight years after parting ways following his 2018 resignation. The move comes alongside a new initiative to modernize the school's athletic operations for today's college sports landscape.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
News Station Turns Weather Forecasts Into Charity Donations
Acts of KindnessJul 2

News Station Turns Weather Forecasts Into Charity Donations

A South Carolina news station is putting money behind every weather forecast they get right. For each accurate prediction, $50 goes directly to local charities.

Google: charity donation2 min read

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