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GR8 Acts of Kindness

Most people look to avoid trouble on the interstate, Tucker searches for it.

Highway hero named Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 10:50 PM CST
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By Diana Davis and Region 8 Newsdesk
Most people look to avoid trouble on the interstate; Tucker searches for it.

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Even on a cloudy, rainy day, there’s sunshine when January’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner is...

Praying barista recognized for Gr8 Acts of Kindness

Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 8:34 AM CST
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By Diana Davis
Even on a cloudy, rainy day, there’s sunshine when January’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner is around.

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This month’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner cares deeply for those who find themselves without a...

Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner brings joy to the homeless

Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 10:45 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
This month’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner cares deeply for those who find themselves without a home to go to.

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GR8 Acts of Kindness winner dies after cancer battle

Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 5:09 PM CST
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
She was honored in September 2022 for helping those in their time of need.

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Santa “Cause” adds Gr8 Acts of Kindness to his gifts

Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 1:47 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
There’s a magical tale we all know so well. You know... Santa! Surely his name rings a bell!

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner helps foster families

Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 11:17 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Laurie Sherrill has a heart for children.

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Community embraces long-time volunteer in Gr8 Acts of Kindness

Updated: Sep. 28, 2022 at 10:07 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Her pies are legendary! The depths of her caring spirit are even bigger than that.

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Dying man’s wish granted in Gr8 Acts of Kindness

Updated: Aug. 31, 2022 at 11:01 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
A FedEx driver works to raise money and relieve stress for a man losing his battle with cancer.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness; Couple finds their purpose during the pandemic

Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 10:52 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
A local couple on a mission.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness: Caring neighbors

Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 10:40 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
“I tell you what...every time we need something, he’s here”.
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Gr8 Acts of Kindness: Woman donates kidney to her husband’s ex-wife

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 10:51 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
“God weaves things together. When the trial is over, and you look back and you see the beauty that God laid out, it’s amazing,” Capri said with a wide smile.

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Batesville man wins Gr8 Acts of Kindness by creating “God’s Kitchen Crew”

Updated: Apr. 27, 2022 at 10:55 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis and Region 8 Newsdesk
“I told them I’m going to start a breakfast next Saturday,” Wilson said. “Anyone that wants to help can come and if the church doesn’t want to pay for it, I’ll pay for it.”

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Sanitation worker proves to be a lifesaver; wins Gr8 Acts of Kindness

Updated: Mar. 30, 2022 at 11:31 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Macario Chism spends his days loading large waste into the back of a truck in Caruthersville.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner’s compassion shaped by struggle

Updated: Feb. 24, 2022 at 7:06 AM CST
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By Diana Davis
This month’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner finds there’s a melody in life from which he will never depart.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner constantly working for others

Updated: Jan. 27, 2022 at 11:33 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
Stepping up in a time of crisis is what Angie is known for.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winners feed the needs of local veterans

Updated: Dec. 29, 2021 at 11:11 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
In fact, the VFW gets help from a couple who works to feed hundreds of people around town through their meal prep business.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness: Teacher turned volunteer works to improve foster care

Updated: Nov. 30, 2021 at 11:00 PM CST
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By Diana Davis and Region 8 Newsdesk
“It’s not any child’s fault that they’re in foster care,” Lindsay said. “I just want them to have the same love that my own kids have.”

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner goes the distance for students during the pandemic

Updated: Oct. 27, 2021 at 10:58 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis and Region 8 Newsdesk
She was tasked with a job where frustration could make or break many a child’s learning abilities during the early days of the pandemic.

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Izard County Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner offers help in times of need

Updated: Sep. 29, 2021 at 11:17 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
For some people, giving is just in their DNA. It’s as easy as breathing. They don’t question. They just “do.” They take charge and get things done.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness finds his mission in life helping others

Updated: Aug. 26, 2021 at 9:12 AM CDT
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By Diana Davis
He knows a thing or two about cotton and, how to grow a bumper crop of kindness... helping critically ill children realize their one true wish is where Carter finds his greatest blessing.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner remembered for honoring Special Olympian spirit

Updated: Jul. 28, 2021 at 11:00 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Melvin Sonney loved Special Olympics. He wasn’t an athlete or the parent of an athlete. But, he was one of their biggest fans.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner is a lifeline to family during the pandemic

Updated: Jun. 30, 2021 at 10:54 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
This month’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness reveals a hero who worked daily to ensure lines of communication between a father and daughter stayed open.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner steps up to help families during the pandemic

Updated: May. 26, 2021 at 11:02 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Elizabeth, or “Liz” Ivener, loves a challenge. The challenge was providing food to people in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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April Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner makes Christmas last all year

Updated: Apr. 28, 2021 at 11:18 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
It’s not Christmas, but this month’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness gifts us a story of heart and soul.

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Accident leads Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner to promote car seat safety

Updated: Apr. 1, 2021 at 7:30 AM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Luke Allen Junkersfeld will forever be frozen in time at 3-years-old.

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February Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner’s walk of faith benefits hundreds of women

Updated: Feb. 24, 2021 at 11:24 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
Without the vision of Bethany Davis, the facility almost didn’t happen.

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Teacher sets high bar in kindness and caring for students

Updated: Jan. 31, 2021 at 5:53 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
The power of sharing positivity is an amazing thing--especially when students are the ones benefiting. Linda Campbell makes sure students at Riverside High School are on the “receiving end” of lots of opportunities.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner helps to feed needs

Updated: Nov. 26, 2020 at 2:08 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
There’s a flurry of activity in the food pantry at Westridge Church of Christ in Pocahontas. That’s because it’s one of two days in the month where food boxes are about to be handed out in the community.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner gives in good times and bad

Updated: Oct. 29, 2020 at 5:56 AM CDT
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By Diana Davis
When tragedy strikes, have you ever noticed “the helpers” who swing into action?

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UPS driver delivers kindness throughout Region 8

Updated: Sep. 30, 2020 at 10:23 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
At first glance, Jesse George looks like any other UPS driver.

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August Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner helps foster children and others in need

Updated: Aug. 26, 2020 at 10:51 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
This month’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner has found her niche doing what some would never do.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness: Wrong turn puts nurse in right place

Updated: Jul. 29, 2020 at 10:53 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
She had her driver’s side window rolled down, enjoying the fresh air driving to Abilities Unlimited to drop off donations loaded into her car.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner feeds truck drivers from all over the country

Updated: Jun. 24, 2020 at 11:08 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
"Gotta get busy!" Linden Massey, owner of Harold's BBQ, said as he walks out into the middle of the highway in front of his restaurant in Corning.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner helps to feed thousands after Jonesboro tornado

Updated: May. 28, 2020 at 6:34 AM CDT
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By Diana Davis
He is James Bickham, a photographer and videographer who had just lost a huge chunk of his business due to the cancellation of weddings and special events because of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus doesn’t stop Gr8 Acts of Kindness

Updated: Apr. 29, 2020 at 11:08 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
You have to get up pretty early in the morning to surprise Jennifer Reed.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner shares her heart

Updated: Feb. 27, 2020 at 11:29 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
Kindness sure can go a long way!

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January Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner gives gift of life to friend

Updated: Jan. 30, 2020 at 11:31 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
This month’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness story illustrates one of the most selfless acts we’ve ever featured on these segments.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner’s caring spirit brings Christmas to Region 8

Updated: Dec. 26, 2019 at 7:41 AM CST
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By Diana Davis
Today, many people in Region 8 opened gifts they would not have received --if it weren't for one woman's passion for helping others.

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November Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner lives to give

Updated: Nov. 28, 2019 at 9:18 AM CST
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By Diana Davis
It’s the time of year where we count our blessings.

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October Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner makes ’giving” her anthem for life

Updated: Oct. 30, 2019 at 10:15 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Anyone else might find it difficult to come to the place where there are so many memories. But, not Sue.

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Hoxie teacher wins September Gr8 Acts of Kindness

Updated: Sep. 26, 2019 at 5:00 AM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Life has many ups and downs. Disappointments and triumphs.

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August Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner inspires seniors

Updated: Aug. 28, 2019 at 10:32 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
There’s joy in nearly every moment when the next winner in the Gr8 Acts of Kindness is around. You might even say he’s “The King” when it comes to finding ways to help seniors enjoy their Golden Years.

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July Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner lives to serve veterans

Updated: Aug. 2, 2019 at 5:49 AM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Vermalene Smith goes just about everywhere in search of answers for veterans in Craighead County.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner helps cancer patients through rough times

Updated: May. 29, 2019 at 10:46 PM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Kindness is appreciated throughout our lives. But, perhaps especially at the times when life is most difficult. When all hope is sometimes lost and struggle is a day-to-day occurrence.

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner goes the extra mile to help others

Updated: Apr. 25, 2019 at 5:00 AM CDT
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By Region 8 Newsdesk
He is not a teacher, but both children and adults have learned from the example he sets.

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Disabled veteran finds reward in teaching youth

Updated: Mar. 28, 2019 at 6:17 AM CDT
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By Diana Davis
Dennis Mangrum enjoys the challenge of working with young people who struggle in school

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Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner changes lives through music

Updated: Feb. 28, 2019 at 6:12 AM CST
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By Diana Davis
“Because of you, hundreds of people have found their gift. Their gift with music and we have a gift for you,” I said. “You are the next winner in the Gr8 Acts of Kindness!”

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Region 8’s “music man” is January’s Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner

Updated: Jan. 30, 2019 at 9:20 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
John Gatling II has a way with bringing joy to people through music.

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December Gr8 Acts of Kindness gives to others all year long

Updated: Dec. 26, 2018 at 10:45 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
Paige Catt had no idea that KAIT and First Community Bank were waiting to make this big surprise.

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Jonesboro pediatric dentist named Gr8 Acts of Kindness winner

Updated: Nov. 28, 2018 at 9:57 PM CST
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By Diana Davis
It’s a Thursday and Dr. Misee Harris is busy working on patients.
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