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Mike Bush

One question we keep hearing is “why don’t we see more good news on the news?”  Well, we've made a commitment to bring you more positive stories.

If you know of a unique positive story or if you know of an individual who is under the radar but going above and beyond to make a difference in the community, let me know personally at mbush@ksdk.com

At NewsChannel 5 Good News IS News.

World War II veteran receives diploma 70 years after missing high school

World War II veteran receives diploma 70 years after missing high school


Friends help a World War II veteran who never got the chance to go to high school get an honorary diploma.

Army veteran saved by Bible from Salvation Army

Army veteran saved by Bible from Salvation Army


A U.S. Army Veteran says this is the time of year he's thankful for his faith, his family, his country and an Army of a different kind.  He credits a New Testament Bible from the Salvation Army with saving his life.

Disabled children star in variety show

Disabled children star in variety show


Children of all abilities on stage for a professional production of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, the Musical."

The Mission Continues for Local War Hero

The Mission Continues for Local War Hero


Local War Hero has started a non-profit organization to help veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.

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World War II veteran receives diploma 70 years after missing high school

World War II veteran receives diploma 70 years after missing high school


Friends help a World War II veteran who never got the chance to go to high school get an honorary diploma.

Disabled children star in variety show

Disabled children star in variety show


Children of all abilities on stage for a professional production of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, the Musical."

Dual life: Baptist minister also serves as Jewish cantor

Dual life: Baptist minister also serves as Jewish cantor


An associate minister with the Galilee Baptist Church in St. Louis, is also the Cantor at Temple Emanuel.

Making a Difference: League of Miracles

Making a Difference: League of Miracles


On every baseball field, you can find an infield, an outfield and a pitcher's mound. But in the Hill neighborhood in St. Louis, there's a field where you can also find compassion, hope and joy.

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Special "Happy Meal" for man with Down Syndrome


It's a different kind of day when a limousine pulls into a McDonald's parking lot. Then again, this is a different kind of happy meal.

Portrait of Courage

Portrait of Courage


A talented woman gives the families of fallen soldiers, a lasting memory.

Local man dies of ALS exactly 70 years after Lou Gehrig's famous speech

Local man dies of ALS exactly 70 years after Lou Gehrig's famous speech


41 year old Jack Orchard dies of Lou Gehrig's disease exactly 70 years after Gehrig's farewell speech.

Master of disguise

Master of disguise


He used to be a master of disguise with the CIA. Now he's using his skills to change the lives of others.

A Young Man With Autism Gets His Shot

A Young Man With Autism Gets His Shot


A dream comes true for a 12 year old with Autism. Normally, the team manager for his middle school basketball team, Zach Dailey gets to play in a game!

St. Louis Soldier watching over Tomb of the Unknowns

St. Louis Soldier watching over Tomb of the Unknowns


The tomb of the Unknown Soldier is our country's most sacred shrine. It's guarded 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A St. Louisan is in charge of the guards.

102-Year-Old Woman Brings Comfort to Kids in the Hospital

102-Year-Old Woman Brings Comfort to Kids in the Hospital


A talented 102-year-old woman is providing a sense of security and warmth to kids with sickle cell disease.

Making A Difference: St. Louis Children's Hospital Uses Music As Therapy

Making A Difference: St. Louis Children's Hospital Uses Music As Therapy


Music Therapist helps children heal at St. Louis Children's Hospital.

Value Meal comes with Live Music!

Value Meal comes with Live Music!


By: Mike Bush

KSDK--Like Missouri Route 47, life just winds its way through Troy, Mo. It's a small town where

Making A Difference: Teaching from the heart

Making A Difference: Teaching from the heart


Local teacher takes students on one amazing field trip: to help the poor in Honduras.

Blind dog can see again

Blind dog can see again


A blind dog that has been key to a Pacific, Missouri man's recovery from a car accident is now on his own road to recovery thanks to some help from the community.