Digest

This episode of Five Good Things features heartwarming stories about a large penguin chick, a veteran running across the country, a colorblind park ranger who can now see fall foliage, and an 81-year-old beauty queen. Nells Matson is running across the country to honor veterans and raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. He's running over 3,000 miles from San Francisco to New York City in honor of his friend's brother, Chris Campbell, a Navy SEAL who died in Afghanistan. Virginia State Parks have installed viewfinders adapted for people who are colorblind, allowing them to see the full spectrum of colors in nature. Ethan House, a park ranger who is red-green colorblind, was able to see fall foliage for the first time. Che-soon Hoa, an 81-year-old Korean model, competed in the Miss Universe Korea pageant after the organization removed its age limit. She became the oldest woman ever to compete in a national-level Miss Universe contest. Ellie the Elephant, the mascot for the New York Liberty basketball team, is a fan favorite for her dance moves, personality, and representation of strong, powerful women. She's been called the Beyoncé of mascots.

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Feel Good Stories

This episode of Five Good Things features heartwarming stories about a large penguin chick, a veteran running across the country, a colorblind park ranger who can now see fall foliage, and an 81-year-old beauty queen.

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Veteran's Run Across America & Colorblind Viewfinders

Nells Matson is running across the country to honor veterans and raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. He's running over 3,000 miles from San Francisco to New York City in honor of his friend's brother, Chris Campbell, a Navy SEAL who died in Afghanistan. Virginia State Parks have installed viewfinders adapted for people who are colorblind, allowing them to see the full spectrum of colors in nature. Ethan House, a park ranger who is red-green colorblind, was able to see fall foliage for the first time.

00:05:19

81-Year-Old Beauty Queen & Ellie the Elephant

Che-soon Hoa, an 81-year-old Korean model, competed in the Miss Universe Korea pageant after the organization removed its age limit. She became the oldest woman ever to compete in a national-level Miss Universe contest. Ellie the Elephant, the mascot for the New York Liberty basketball team, is a fan favorite for her dance moves, personality, and representation of strong, powerful women. She's been called the Beyoncé of mascots.

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Q&A

• What is Project Campbell's Call?

  Project Campbell's Call is a transcontinental run by Nells Matson to honor Chris Campbell, a Navy SEAL who died in Afghanistan. The run aims to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project, fulfilling Campbell's wish to have 100,000 people donate to the organization.

• How are Virginia State Parks helping people who are colorblind?

  Virginia State Parks have installed viewfinders adapted for people who are colorblind, allowing them to see the full spectrum of colors in nature. These viewfinders filter out certain wavelengths, enhancing color perception for individuals with red-green colorblindness.

• Why is Ellie the Elephant considered the Beyoncé of mascots?

  Ellie the Elephant, the mascot for the New York Liberty basketball team, is a fan favorite for her dance moves, personality, and representation of strong, powerful women. She's been called the Beyoncé of mascots for her energetic performances and social media presence.

• What makes Pesto the penguin so special?

  Pesto is a nine-month-old King penguin chick at the Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, known for his large size and fluffy brown coat. He has become internet-famous for his "chonky" appearance and has helped raise awareness about penguin conservation.

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