Mike VanZetta

  In a testament to the resilience and unwavering support, Kieva DeFrancisco, a spirited 14-year-old, has been named 2024 Fort Gregg-Adams Military Child of the Year. With her mother serving in the U.S. Army, Kieva's life has been marked by frequent moves and the challenges of adapting to new environments. Despite these hurdles, she remains a beacon of strength and…

  Volusia County, Florida, witnessed a heartwarming celebration as the Volusia Sheriff's Office in District 3 South escorted and joined in the festivities for WWII veteran Arthur Hobbs on his remarkable 100th birthday. Amidst balloons and cheers, Arthur was greeted with warm embraces and presented with a symbol of profound gratitude—a challenge coin recognizing his selfless dedication during his military…

Rain, rain don't go away. Get ready to be enchanted by the joyous antics of the elephant herd as they revel in the rain at the Dallas Zoo. Conservation Interpreter Taylor B. at the Dallas Zoo captured this adorable video.

Mystic Aquarium celebrated a heartwarming moment as they released Pappardelle, an approximately 1-year-old male harp seal, back into the wild. Pappardelle had initially stranded malnourished and dehydrated in Dartmouth, MA, but thanks to the diligent efforts of the International Fund for Animal Welfare, he was rescued on February 20, 2024, and transferred to Mystic Aquarium's Animal Rescue Clinic for rehabilitation.…

The Zoo Atlanta community is mourning the loss of Chelsea, a beloved 20-year-old female Sumatran tiger, who passed away after a battle with chronic health conditions, particularly kidney disease. Despite the diligent efforts of the Veterinary and Animal Care Teams to monitor and treat Chelsea, it became evident that there was no path to recovery, leading to the difficult decision…

No Judy-Chops allowed! SSG Quinton Marks, Fort Chaffee JMTC, explains what he likes about competing in the Best Warrior Competition. pic.twitter.com/4guy2KAI8e — Ark National Guard (@arkansasguard) April 7, 2024 Staff Sgt. Quinton Marks, proudly representing Fort Chaffee JMTC, offers a firsthand account of his experience participating in the 2024 Arkansas Army National Guard State Best Warrior Competition. With enthusiasm, Marks…

Deputies from the Alachua County Sheriff's Office, along with Lacrosse Fire Rescue and Alachua County Fire Rescue, rushed to the aid of a distressed horse on the NW side of the county on April 9, 2024. Upon arrival, responders discovered the horse trapped and exhausted in a retention pond, struggling to stay afloat. Without hesitation, ACFR responders bravely dove into…

  Congressman Jamaal Bowman recently spearheaded the introduction of the ACCESS in Mental Health Act, an initiative aimed at addressing the critical shortage in the nation's mental health workforce. Joined by esteemed partners such as Que Paso Latinx, NAMI, Young Invincibles, HACU, and APA, Bowman championed the need for investments in a culturally competent mental health workforce. It was so…

In a heartwarming display of appreciation and support, Pennoyer School District 79 students recently gathered at the WWII Memorial in Washington, DC to extend their gratitude to a local veteran, who coincidentally works within the school district in Norridge, IL. As Honor Flight Chicago #HFC113 arrived, the students eagerly greeted the veterans with enthusiastic cheers and heartfelt expressions of thanks,…

  Honor Flight Syracuse marked a momentous occasion as they celebrated the remarkable 101st birthday of WWII veteran Isadore "Izzy" Bialek on Friday, April 5th. In a heartfelt gesture, Honor Flight Syracuse volunteer Mary Beth Bellardini paid a special visit to Izzy and his family at home, bringing the iconic HFS sign and cheerful balloons to commemorate the joyous milestone.…