EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA) — An active military member spends her time encouraging El Paso youth as well as caring for homeless veterans. Her compassion driven by her own childhood experiences. “I was an at risk youth. I grew up in the system,” said Samantha Recker. While her days haven’t always been easy she spends her current days giving back
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –After a lifetime of loving animals, one El Pasoan is taking fostering to a whole new level. Housing 20 animals and offering many of them support through medical treatment. “When she brought him to me, I it was so heartbreaking, ” said Terry Meraz She is talking about Pecan, just one of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — For some it’s a journey in a life, for other’s it is a calling. Julianna Esparza Loya saw the need from a young age and has continues to bright light to those in the community. ABC-7’s Nichole Gomez introduces us to a very special Do-Gooder. “So I think I’ve always
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After a life saving surgery impacted her family, a retired El Paso mother devotes her time to her adopted children while also spreading awareness about foster programs and organ transplant services. “It was probably the hardest two and a half years of our live,” said Susan Barron. Susan Barron faced immense stress 13
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso pastor spends his time leading a ministry… but also being a leader in the community. He’s newest mission followed to honor his late wife. “This was her dream. It’s now, the church’s dream to bring it, to life” said Pastor Moore. Pastor Larry Moore has led the ministry at New Beginnings for ten
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Food insecurity does not discriminate. And thanks to a UTEP professor.. College students are staying full, while keeping their focus on excelling in school. “I didn’t know, when, I was going to get more money to get some food” said Kevin Riddle, a student. “Some students do not know where they’re
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Paso teenager spends her time outside of school making tails wag by giving homeless pups a second chance at finding loving, permanent homes. “Max…. he never had a family. He never had someone to call his own,” said Celine Pineda. Celine is a high school student. “Most of the dogs that
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After his childhood was shaped by sports, an El Pasoan dedicates his time to to help unite the community out on the soccer field. “I was picked on because I was thin, and skinny,” said Edmundo Rodriguez. He had a challenging childhood. “Living in this area, this, it’s it it can be, you
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — After a life full if service, an El Paso woman is still finding ways to help others even while battling a setback of her own. Lea Rae Hugo might be bed ridden due to health problems, but that’s not stopping her from helping people in need. “Well, I started years ago, and
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Financial hardships often fall on those battling cancer. One El Paso car club has made it their mission help lessen the financial burden. “You know, cancer’s there every day, man,” said Juan Guerro President of Street Memories Car Club. “We get people that call us saying my daughter has cancer, my husband
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The ability to communicate is not a simple task for those with Aphasia. Many with the disorder often feel frustrated and isolated. Thanks to the efforts of one El Pasoan those with Aphasia are embracing the disorder and finding comfort in learning new methods of communication. “People with Aphasia have a
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A retired healthcare provider continues to care for those in need of extra comfort… sharing smiles and wagging tails. Martha Baumgardner is a retired nurse and a member of Paws for Love. Her closest co-worker… a dog named Rocco. “Well, Rocco is, golden retriever and male doggy. He’s 11 years.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Pasoan is spreading the joy of reading books to children through her work at a bookstore with a special mission. “The idea came about out of a tragedy,” said Susan Patterson. That idea is “Books are Gems.” Susan Patterson is the bookstore’s manager. “The founder, Miss Paula Madrid,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Pasoan with the goal of uplifting children spends her time encourages the youth through journey’s of faith all the while facing a health battle of her own. “My daughter was with me, and she started to cry,” That was the moment Corrine Alvarez found out she had tongue cancer. “There was days
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Pasoan’s love for skateboarding kept him rolling through the bumps and curbs in his life. He turned an idea that started with a board, into a mission that teaches skill and provides the youth with the support he once needed. “I struggled a lot,” said Luis Loya. Luis “Dino” Loya faced
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Pasoan turned an idea the size of a mustard seed into a mission that fills the hearts and stomachs of the hungry. “Our goal was to try and de-escalate the uncertainty and the panic,” said Carmen Estrada. She is talking about the pandemic. In 2020 COVID shut down the city, but it
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Playgrounds are supposed to be fun… But at some point that wasn’t the case for an El Paso 2nd grade student. “In kinder I didn’t have lots of people to play with,” said Lucas Vega a second grader at Eastwood Knolls International School. “Nobody should be left alone,” said Ms. Briones,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –From helping to increase state funds for local retired teachers to providing clothes for students in need, this ABC-7 Do-Gooder continues to have a positive impact within the community. “Nancy is an amazing person, very patient, kind,” said Rita Paton, a member of Assistance League of El Paso. Nancy Evans is a retired educator who
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)- February marks Black History month, this month honors activists and other leaders who fought for civil rights. Janice Walker is the winner of the ABC-7 Do-Gooder award. The El Paso Community Foundation donated $1,000 to a charity of her choice. She moved to El Paso a few years ago, and the
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA-TV)- As the saying goes, age is nothing but a number, which holds true for Manuela Martínez Reyes, who continues to exemplify a life of service to others. At 90 , Manuela Martínez Reyes doesn’t let her age stop her. Her son Raul Reyes says his Mom has faced personal hardships and
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El Paso, TX (KVIA)- Volunteering can give you new life skills and experiences that could help you discover a new passion. And that’s precisely what happened with Tina Ramirez, a retired teacher from northeast El Paso who felt it was necessary to give back to the El Paso community by volunteering. Tina says she She
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — The holidays can be a joy and excitement for many, but for some, it can be the most challenging time of the year. Nicki and Josh Sattlemeier are trying to make the holiday season a little brighter for El Pasoans and their families. The Sattelmeier’s founded the Reach and Relieve Ministries to help
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El Paso, TX(KVIA)- You can’t deny the power of music, and one local El Paso man, Carlos Barba, is determined to show the Borderland why music and art remain a powerful way to unite the community. “I can not imagine a world without music,” he said.After graduating from Franklin High School, he studied at UTEP
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El Paso, TX ( KVIA) — Laura Valdez always knew she wanted to make a difference in the El Paso community. She had a knack for volunteering and beautifying her hometown. Valdez set off into the world, and at 18, she joined AmeriCorps. Although it was difficult to see her go, her mother, Lisa Herrera,
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EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA) — I had the opportunity to sit down with Luis Treviño, who owns Warriors Edge Boxing Gym in east El Paso. Coach Treviño was selected as the ABC-7 Do Gooder this month because of his contribution to the Borderland community, particularly his work with at-risk children. Some of the children working
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)- Volunteering and giving back to your community can offer a sense of purpose and allow you to stay connected. I had the chance to sit down with a local Fabens man, the ABC-7 Do-Gooder of the Month, Alfredo Valenzuela Jr. During my time with him, he spoke about the importance of
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El Paso, Texas (KVIA) — Motivated by faith and kindness, Crystal Sandoval, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Las Americas Immigrant and Advocacy Center, extends a helping hand to migrants seeking asylum in the United States. I had the opportunity to sit down with the Borderland native. I asked her what motivated her to help families
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EL PASO, Texas ( KVIA)- If you ask the students at Revelation Christian Academy in west El Paso how they describe their art teacher, they say, “Mrs. Lackie is the most creative person I know.” I sat down with the students at the Christian school to understand how Mrs. Lackie encourages them to express themselves
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