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Dozens of volunteers gathered in Montana's mountains to maintain a beloved stretch of the Continental Divide Trail, honoring a community member who championed outdoor stewardship. The annual Pete Sorini Day brought together neighbors, hikers, and forest service staff to clear fallen trees and trim overgrowth near Butte.
Nearly 150 fifth graders in Barbour County chose Alabama Power linemen as their local heroes after studying "What is a Hero?" for 10 weeks. The students recognized the workers as essential first responders who risk their lives to restore power during severe weather.
After his friend died in a preventable crash, Daniel Foley launched a round-the-clock taxi service for elderly and disabled residents in Hamilton, Montana. The former bus driver now provides safe rides for anyone who needs them, hoping to prevent future tragedies.
Breast cancer survivors are crossing Montana's largest lake in Hawaiian outrigger canoes, combining ancient paddling traditions with proven cancer recovery methods. The annual Montana Paddle Palooza now draws 240 paddlers from across North America.
Christina Koch, a Livingston resident, just splashed down after nine days orbiting the moon on NASA's Artemis II mission. Her small Montana hometown is celebrating one of their own making history in space.
KDKA and UPMC have launched Community Heroes, a monthly series spotlighting Pittsburgh residents who are quietly transforming their neighborhoods through kindness and dedication. From therapy dogs for first responders to free stores for families in need, these stories prove compassion is alive and well in Western Pennsylvania.
Volunteers at Montana Food Bank Network are worth over $30 per hour, helping the statewide organization stretch limited budgets to feed thousands of families. Their work in the new facility has more than doubled food distribution capacity across Montana.
This summer, the Annandale Rotary Club will fill downtown with 250 American flags honoring teachers, veterans, healthcare workers, and everyday heroes. The tribute marks America's 250th birthday while raising funds for scholarships and community programs.
Nottingham's transit system is asking locals to nominate everyday heroes who deserve recognition alongside Olympic champions and sports stars. The winner gets their name on a tram for a year.
A Virginia news station is asking viewers to nominate the unsung heroes making their communities better. From teachers to first responders, anyone spreading kindness could be featured on air.
When a hiker fell 50 feet into the Blackfoot River, Montana firefighters braved steep cliffs and heavy rain to execute a dramatic two-hour rescue that saved a life. Their quick thinking and teamwork turned a dangerous situation into a story of hope.
Fifteen everyday heroes received recognition for their courage and service at the American Red Cross of Illinois' 24th Annual Heroes Breakfast. From combat medics to youth leaders, these honorees prove that compassion is alive and well across Illinois communities.
A Texas city is transforming a small memorial into a sprawling tribute park honoring 193 military veterans and community heroes. The new gathering space opens June 26 with an eternal flame, bronze sculptures, and room to grow as more heroes are recognized.
Thousands of fans flooded downtown Bozeman to celebrate Montana State's thrilling overtime victory that brought home the school's first football national championship since 1984. The dramatic win united an entire state in blue and gold.
A horse trapped in freezing creek water with only her head above the surface was pulled to safety by a coordinated team of firefighters, veterinarians, and neighbors in Montana. The 40-minute rescue shows how communities come together when lives are on the line.
The Gianforte Family Foundation has donated $147 million to nonprofits since 2004, with $112 million staying in Montana to support rescue missions, education programs, and family services. Last year alone set a record with $16 million in grants, including $1.4 million to Flathead Valley organizations.
The Montana State women's golf team dominated Washington State 4-1 in match play competition, earning their spot in Wednesday's championship. Four Bobcats won their individual matches in Palm Desert, California, as the team seeks their second title of the season.
Montana State University just launched a five-year program to help rural emergency medical services recruit and train the next generation of lifesavers. Six small towns are already using the free online courses to solve staffing challenges that threaten their ability to respond to 911 calls.
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A single fossil bed in Montana has unlocked nearly everything we know about T. rex and the final moments before dinosaurs vanished forever. Scientists are still finding treasures that show how life bounced back after Earth's most famous catastrophe.
A filmmaker fed up with doom-scrolling culture just launched a festival that only screens stories about people making things better. The Lone Peak Film Festival in Big Sky, Montana proves good news can still pack a theater.
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