Good News This Week: Veterans, Volunteer Greening & Urban Creek Recovery

This edition of Ten Better Minutes highlights good news that highlight neighborhood generosity, tree planting volunteers, urban creek restoration, life-saving pet rescue, and family shelter support. In today's episode, you’ll find stories of joy about people who show up for one another: an influencer’s veteran kindness sparked a 50‑state fundraiser, tens of thousands of volunteers helped Miqin County fight desertification by planting trees, and Oakland neighbors have restored a creek for 30 years. We’ll also hear how a dog woke her owner from a house fire in Whakatāne, and how Oahu’s shelter support is helping more keiki and families find stability. Who This Show Is For:  - People who feel drained by nonstop bad news and would rather not doomscroll for relief.  - Listeners who want a calmer alternative: real-world stories with kindness, resilience, and community at the center.  - Anyone who still wants to stay aware without losing hope—balanced, grounded good news that coexists with hard realities. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:42 - Kindness Sparks Veterans Support 02:16 - Viral Call Brings Volunteers 03:55 - Oakland Creek Thrives 05:37 - Puppy Bite Saves Owner 06:57 - Families Seek Shelter Stability 08:40 - Bonus Tip 10:07 - Outro Ten Better Minutes is a daily good news podcast for listeners tired of doomscrolling.