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Local News

World War II soldier finally comes home

Heartwarming

How Shaquille O’Neal unknowingly answered a couple’s prayers about helping less fortunate kids in Fort Worth

The four-time NBA champion, now a North Texas resident, was surprising shoppers with gift cards at a JC Penney in Arlington.
Health

Ohio baby's life saved through selfless act of stranger

Sandy Flash didn't want another family to experience the anguish of waiting like hers did.
Helene

After Helene: Communities come together to help those in need

From App State students who narrowly escaped floodwaters and mudslides to a family who was rescued from Helene damage, so many people helped others after the storm.
Local News

'He will always be part of our family': 17-year-old foster child finds forever home in Arkansas

One teen in Arkansas has waited nearly two decades to be adopted. Now, after years of waiting, he has found finally found his forever family.
Heartwarming

"Giving Machine" to pop up in Bentonville

The machines are a unique way to give goods and services directly to someone during the Christmas season.
River Valley

10th annual Thanksgiving at the Park to be held in Fort Smith

The turkey giveaway will be held at Kay Rodgers Park.
Local News

North Carolina family receives kidney from an unlikely donor

Two families at one Charlotte school crossed paths because one's child needed a kidney. What they got in return was immeasurable.
Heartwarming

These kids may not be old enough to vote, but they're still using their voices | Get Uplifted

The 5-year-old students at Little Ambassadors' Academy in Arlington spread an important message with crayons.
Heartwarming

Meet Bumpkin the Clown, the 97-year-old performer that loves clowning around

Otherwise known as Chief Meteorologist Ben Pine's grandma, 97-year-old Norma Bridges started performing when she was in her 60s.
Heartwarming

Jill Biden transforms into giant panda for White House Halloween event

It's unclear whether the first lady was dressed as Qing Bao or Bao Li, but Dr. Biden has been involved in with the superstar pandas' return to D.C.
Animals

Four-legged police chase: Good Samaritans, MCSO, WFD team up to rescue dog on I-45

The frightened pooch was in the southbound lanes of I-45 south of 242 in The Woodlands when it ran under a pickup and refused to come out.