The Heartbeat Of Texas

When Anna was a sophomore at Mabank High School, she saw someone digging through the cafeteria garbage to save an orange, and this inspired her to do something about food waste. Find out how she’s helping on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about Anna and her mission here: https://www.themonitor.net/news/local-student-tackles-food-waste

Sean found an envelope with cash on the ground outside of a convenience store in Boerne, TX. What’d he do with it? Find out on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about this story here: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/boerne-texas-man-finds-envelope-money-cashiers-check-convenience-store-lil-explorers-school-find-owner-internet-search-help/273-aa53ca8b-4d12-4010-86aa-7f013675589d

Luis and Angelica are going to have quite the story to tell their daughter Kahmila about the day she was born. Hear the rest of the story with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about Kahmila's unusual birthday here.

Belton police officers rounded up Ms. Ferrill and some of her friends and family the other day. Trouble? Nope. The surprise of a lifetime for Ms. Ferrill. Learn more about Ms. Ferrill's surprise here.

Richardson ISD has a program called “We Read Together,” where volunteers come in to read books to kids. Grace Church Lake Highlands signed up…and so can you! Find out how on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about 'We Read Together' here: https://lakehighlands.advocatemag.com/2025/09/08/we-read-together/

Scammers are trying to get our info and money, but thankfully a Frisco teen created Shield Seniors. What’s that? Listen to KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas” to learn more. You might want to pass this along to someone you know. Learn more about Tejasvi here: https://time.com/7315024/kid-of-the-year-2025/

Even though it’s pretty much fall, it can still get hot here in Texas this time of year. But did you know there are a few groups out there blessing people with free water to help beat the heat? Find out where on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about this story here:  https://www.kltv.com/2025/07/29/east-texas-non-profit-expands-help-combat-heat-illness-bus-stops/

Waco’s own Meelo “The Rooster” Sanchez has been growing a glorious mullet for some time, and it could be a huge blessing to veterans. Huh? Listen to KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas” to find out more. Learn more about Meelo "The Rooster" here: https://www.kcentv.com/article/features/waco-kid-competes-for-title-of-usa-mullet-champion/500-e55019b3-8df3-42cd-b4eb-fea19f7cc328

It took Charlie and his dad Rusty years to get selected, but they’re finally going to run the New York City Marathon this November. Now it’s time for serious training! Learn about their journey on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”   Learn more about this duo here: https://www.kristv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/corpus-christi/wings-of-texas-duo-prepares-to-represent-coastal-bend-at-nyc-...

Students in Mineola are working with a local non-profit to help provide fresh fruit and veggies to an entire community. Find out more with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about this community effort here.

Why is there a bookshelf with cans of food, clothes, and more in front of someone’s house in Fort Worth? That’s Keena’s little free food (and more) pantry. Oh, she does more, too. Hear the rest of her story about giving back and blessing others on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about Keena here: https://www.wfaa.com/article/features/originals/why-free-food-pantry-sits-in-a-front-yard-...

It all started 4 years ago when a client had a tough choice: pay for medication or get yardwork done. They cleaned up her yard for free, and they’ve been blessing others weekly ever since. Find out where this is happening on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about this act of kindness here: https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/free-pressure-washing-lawn-care-houston-brothers/285-86ec1...

Willie McArthur retired from teaching but still has a lesson: how to spread positivity. Find out how Trust The Process Ministries is blessing students on KCBI's "The Heartbeat of Texas."  Learn more about Willie and his ministry here: https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/teacher-mission-mentor-students-wilmer-hutchins-high-school/3906204/

Daniela’s an artist in San Antonio and she’s been hiding some of her work around the city. It’s "finders-keepers," or you can leave it to bless someone else. Find out more of her story with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about Daniela's story here.

It’s more than just bandages and thermometers for Gloria, the school nurse at Anderson Elementary in Houston. She’s making sure kids get the food they need. Learn about how she teamed up with the Houston Food Bank’s Backpack Buddy Program on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about Gloria and this program here: https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/school-nurse-fights-hunger-houston-foo...

Gerald took a bow from I.T. work and the curtains opened to his second act: a volunteer school playground builder in Fort Worth. Learn more about Gerald and his work here: https://fortworthreport.org/2025/08/24/fort-worth-isd-volunteer-helps-build-14-elementary-school-playgrounds/

Daniel saw a creek choked with litter one day and basically said to himself, “I can do something about this…” And this has led to awards and even a shoutout from Gov. Abbott. Find out more about Daniel, what he’s doing, and how you can help on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about this story here: https://fortworthreport.org/2025/08/17/colleyville-teen-environmentalist-hopes-his-litter...

There’s a new 7 Brew Coffee location in Gatesville, TX, and they decided to swing by Gatesville ISD to bless the entire school district with free coffee and energy drinks. Learn more about 7 Brew's kind gesture here: https://www.kwtx.com/2025/08/19/7-brew-coffee-boosts-gatesville-isd-teachers-with-free-coffee-energy-drinks/

Do you know a Gabby in Denton, TX? Jodi buys pallets of unclaimed mail, found something special, and wants to get it to its rightful owner. Let’s share this and find Gabby in Denton! Hear more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” See the package here: https://www.facebook.com/reel/749113018115682

Have you ever heard of the Hertz Gold Squad at DFW Airport? No? You have now. Find out what this is all about on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about the Hertz Gold Squad here: https://cw33.com/news/local/golden-retrievers-greet-travelers-at-dallas-fort-worth-airport/

Milo took part in a livestock show in Kingsville, TX the other day. He didn't come in first, but his reaction can teach us all something about being loved no matter what. Learn more on KCBI's "The Heartbeat of Texas."  Learn more about Milo and Teddy Bear here:  https://www.today.com/pets/boy-reaction-goat-show-win-texas-viral-video-rcna225075

When a Grand Prairie pitmaster found out he had cancer, he decided to serve more than brisket... Find out how Joe Zavala blesses others in the restaurant industry on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about Joe and his restaurant here: https://www.wfaa.com/article/features/grand-prairie-pitmaster-zavala-barbecue-serves-other-cancer-diagnosis/287-914ae098-d6b3-48a5-bc4f-c3e7b7ca5dd0

When Ian, a Denton mailman, heard that one of his favorite customers passed away, he wondered what was going to happen to the man’s dog… Ian saved the day with a special delivery: The Heartbeat of Texas. Learn more about Ian and his next steps here: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/denton-county/denton-texas-elderly-man-passes-away-mailman-adopts-dog/287-7cb16ef7-818d-438d-8a09-567252e04aef

A Special Heartbeat of Texas! June Hunt, host of “Hope in the Night” on KCBI, stopped by to chat about celebrating 30 years of radio ministry. Learn more about June's ministry, "Hope in the Night," here.

Houston’s Mattress Mack handed out 400 free mattresses the other day to help those affected by the July 4th flooding in the Hill Country. He said, “It’s about bringing hope, rest, and relief to communities in crisis.” Learn more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about Mack's gesture of hope here:  https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/state/texas-news/texas-flood/mattress-mack-gives-away-...