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EPISODE · Jun 17, 2025 · 8 MIN

Good News: A Space Dream, Goat Crew, and Community Love

from Good Morning Wake County - Your Daily Dose of Good News · host Steve Rhode - Local Good News Podcast Host

In this enlightening episode of Good Morning Wake County, we bring you feel-good news stories that uplift and inspire. We start with a remarkable tribute as Karin Neilson fulfills her late husband Stephen’s dream by launching his ashes into space aboard a Celestis memorial flight. As a lifelong fan of space exploration, Stephen’s wishes come true as he circles the Earth, reminding us that dreams transcend life itself.Next, we journey to Raleigh's Dorothea Dix Park to meet the unique Goat Crew, the 30 goats, including fan favorites Bernie and Pastrami, tirelessly working to restore the park's beauty by tackling invasive plants the natural way. Led by Stephen Paul from Goats on the Go, these goats not only protect the environment but charm the community.Lastly, we share a heartfelt story from Blount County, Tennessee, where community spirit shines in the wake of adversity. After Deputy Tim Pace lost his home to a fire, fellow deputy Ryan Hickman rallied the community, raising over $21,000 and support for the Pace family in just 24 hours. This is a profound reminder that kindness can flourish even in tough times.Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3GM9Q7MWGNJH9GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/07622203Join your host Steve in celebrating these real-life heroes and uplifting stories that prove goodness is all around us. New episodes of Good Morning Wake County drop fresh by 5AM every weekday. Subscribe and be part of our good news community at https://TapYourNews.com

In this enlightening episode of Good Morning Wake County, we bring you feel-good news stories that uplift and inspire. We start with a remarkable tribute as Karin Neilson fulfills her late husband Stephen’s dream by launching his ashes into space aboard a Celestis memorial flight. As a lifelong fan of space exploration, Stephen’s wishes come true as he circles the Earth, reminding us that dreams transcend life itself.Next, we journey to Raleigh's Dorothea Dix Park to meet the unique Goat Crew, the 30 goats, including fan favorites Bernie and Pastrami, tirelessly working to restore the park's beauty by tackling invasive plants the natural way. Led by Stephen Paul from Goats on the Go, these goats not only protect the environment but charm the community.Lastly, we share a heartfelt story from Blount County, Tennessee, where community spirit shines in the wake of adversity. After Deputy Tim Pace lost his home to a fire, fellow deputy Ryan Hickman rallied the community, raising over $21,000 and support for the Pace family in just 24 hours. This is a profound reminder that kindness can flourish even in tough times.Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3GM9Q7MWGNJH9GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/07622203Join your host Steve in celebrating these real-life heroes and uplifting stories that prove goodness is all around us. New episodes of Good Morning Wake County drop fresh by 5AM every weekday. Subscribe and be part of our good news community at https://TapYourNews.com

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