America Together - Page 61

December 1, 2020

Florida cop runs against siblings in fun foot race

In a Facebook post, K9 Master Patrol Officer T. Bergman said he had lost a foot race five years ago against a local youth named Nas, who grasped the win "by a step."

November 30, 2020

Louisville coffee shop customer pays it forward with random act of kindness

Recently the three-year-old outpost received a major boost from a regular customer who often works from the coffee shop. It began with a $1,000 donation.

November 30, 2020

Florida teen with Tourette's and his dog spread positive message that being different is OK

A 16-year-old Florida teen with Tourette's Syndrome is getting famous online with social media devoted to the adventures of him and dog named “Callum the Ridgy.”

November 30, 2020

Houston Police Department salutes its 1st officer lost to COVID-19

A 36-year veteran of the Houston Police Department was honored with a loving celebration Sunday after he died of COVID-19 complications last Friday, according to reports.

November 30, 2020

Couple uses deposit from canceled wedding to feed hundreds on Thanksgiving

An Illinois couple used their money saved for a catered reception for their wedding to feed the needy for Thanksgiving.

November 30, 2020

Strangers reunite 13 years after act of kindness that left lifelong impact

When Hailey Allen was 16, 13 years ago, was saved by mall employee Melissa Mullins when she had to pick out clothes for the funeral of her mother and brother.

November 28, 2020

Ex-NFL star Chad Johnson spreads good tidings with huge tip for Florida restaurant worker

Former NFL All-Pro wide receiver Chad Johnson is known for going the extra mile for restaurant workers, and he spread more good tidings at an eatery on Friday.

November 27, 2020

Texas man creates accidental Thanksgiving food drive on social media

A Texas man accidentally created a Thanksgiving donation drive using the Nextdoor app.

November 27, 2020

7-year-old uses birthday money to help homeless on Thanksgiving

A 7-year-old boy from Houston used his birthday money to make 50 "blessing bags" for people experiencing homelessness.

November 26, 2020

Jay Lowder: COVID had me in its grip, my daughter was hospitalized and more – why am I still thankful?

During a year like 2020 when so much has been lost, it can be difficult to contemplate what has been gained.