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The Heartbeat Of Texas

Each weekday afternoon around 3:40 and 5:40 on KCBI, we shine a light on amazing people doing good things around Dallas-Fort Worth, Central Texas, and all over The Lone Star State! If you know anyone who has The Heartbeat of Texas (doing some good out there), let us know at KCBI.org so we can talk about it. Thanks!

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1:36

A High School Custodian In Collin County Was Swept By...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/24

Everyone loves Abel Rodriguez, a custodian at Community High School in Collin County. They love him so much that they gave him the surprise of a lifetime. Give a listen to KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas” to learn more.More on this story here: https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/girls-volleyball-team-buys-beloved-custodian-a-car-to-repay-him-for-all-hes-done-watch/

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1:52

Dallas’s “Bubbliest” Judge

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/22

Courthouse weddings usually don’t have all the bells and whistles, but one judge in Dallas bubbles over with joy to create memories. Find out how with KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about this bubby judge here.

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1:37

To: Texas, From: Maryland w/ Love

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/21

She wasn’t born in Texas but she’s getting hope and love to the Lone Star State as fast as she can. Find out more on KCBI's "The Heartbeat of Texas." Learn more about this story here: https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/nation-world/texas-floods-pillows-bears-maryland/507-1a327c1b-372b-4515-b88c-6f0ad71425b4

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1:23

Shaving Heads For A Cause At Baylor

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/20

More than 30 people got their heads shaved a couple of days ago at Baylor University. Why? It was all for a good cause. Find out more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about this heartfelt fundraiser here: https://www.kwtx.com/2025/10/17/baylor-fraternities-raise-over-40000-head-shaving-fundraiser/

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1:36

Gary’s Life Was Saved At DFW And Now He Needs Your Help

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/17

Last year, Gary and his wife were rushing to catch a flight at DFW when all of a sudden, he went into cardiac arrest. Two heroes saved his life with CPR and now he’s looking for them. Can you help? Find out how on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about Gary and his story here: https://fortworthreport.org/2025/10/04/his-heart-stopped-at-dfw-airport-now-hes-looking-for-his-saviors/

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1:40

An Orange In A Mabank High School Inspired Her To Help

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/16

When Anna was a sophomore at Mabank High School, she saw someone digging through the cafeteria garbage to save an orange, and this inspired her to do something about food waste. Find out how she’s helping on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about Anna and her mission here: https://www.themonitor.net/news/local-student-tackles-food-waste

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1:41

An Arlington, TX, Park Has Pecan Trees Because Of One...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/15

The next time you visit Clarence Foster Park in Arlington, TX, you can thank Jim McCollough for the pecan trees….all 24 of them.Learn more about Jim's legacy of love here.

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1:35

A Texas Nonprofit Has Ramped Things Up For 40 Years...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/14

For those who have trouble getting around, like in and out of their own home, the Texas Ramp Project has been a life-changing blessing. Find out what they do and how you can help on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about Texas Ramp Project here: https://dentonrc.com/news/denton_county/texas-ramp-project-turns-40-after-building-thousands-of-free-wheelchair-ramps-including-residents-in/article_2d1c0acb-e382-4eb0-ade4-e35aeb108f91.html

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1:48

A San Antonio Quinceañera Will Happen All Because Of...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/13

Dariella and her twin sister, Daniella, are turning 15 next month, but Dariella’s cancer she’s been battling is now terminal. Her mother’s request on Facebook: a couple of dresses so she can take at least take pictures and cherish the memories. That post went viral and Dariella and Daniella will get more than two dresses to borrow. Find out what happened on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about the celebration here:

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1:41

An Uber Driver Changed A Texas College Student’s Life

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/10

Little did Beni know, but Joey, a student at UT Austin, needed help in more ways than one. Find out how an Uber ride changed Joey’s life forever on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about this story here: https://www.today.com/parents/family/uber-driver-stayed-passenger-er-rcna231645

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1:31

Someone Call A Doctor Because They Just Got A Shock...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/09

Med school is VERY expensive. What if one day someone said, “Hey, lemme help you out with some of the cost?” This just happened at the Burnett School of Medicine at TCU. Find out more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.” Learn more about this story here: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/tcu-class-of-2026-medical-students-spring-semester-paid-for-anonymous-1-8-million-gift/

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1:18

Debt’s Been Paid In Taylor, TX

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/08

For some kids, the lunchroom can be a place of embarrassment and shame, but not at Taylor ISD. Find out what someone in the community just did for some students on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about this act of generosity here: https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/anonymous-donor-pays-to-cover-all-taylor-isd-lunch-debt

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1:36

Gary’s Life Was Saved At DFW And Now He Needs Your Help

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/07

Last year, Gary and his wife were rushing to catch a flight at DFW when all of a sudden, he went into cardiac arrest. Two heroes saved his life with CPR and now he’s looking for them. Can you help? Find out how on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about Gary and his story here: https://fortworthreport.org/2025/10/04/his-heart-stopped-at-dfw-airport-now-hes-looking-for-his-saviors/

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1:44

He’s 66, From Lubbock, TX, And He’d Be The First To...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/06

Do you have a dream? Never give up on it. Find out how one man’s dream of learning to read is coming true at the age of 66 on KCBI's “The Heartbeat of Texas."Learn more about Servennia here: https://www.newschannel10.com/2025/10/05/man-learning-read-66-encourages-others-all-you-have-do-is-want-learn/

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1:41

Learning Leadership With Trash In Gatesville, TX

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/03

For the last few years, 45 students from Gatesville Junior High have looked after a stretch of FM 107. It’s all for science and learning leadership skills. Maybe they’ll inspire you to do the same where you live? Listen for more on KCBI’s "The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about the FM 107 upkeep here: https://www.kwtx.com/2025/10/01/gatesville-students-adopt-highway-keep-central-texas-beautiful/

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1:45

Here’s Something Chaltu From Dallas Will Tell You:...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/02

Chaltu needed an emergency C-section, and during all the chaos and fear, there was a nurse who stood right by her side and kept her calm the whole time. Chaltu wanted to thank her, but never got her name. Find out more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about Chaltu's story here: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/mom-reunites-north-texas-nurse-saved-baby-life-eight-years/

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1:09

A Wedding At The Most Texan Place On Earth?

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/10/01

October is a big month for weddings, but it’s also State Fair of Texas time... Why not combine the two? That’s what Lonice and Charles just did. Hear more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Watch the wedding video here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Geh6XRD8y/

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1:22

Everyone Has God-Given Gifts, Like Martha Farr In...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/09/30

Martha Farr from Tarrant County says everyone has God-given gifts, and she’s using hers twice a week to bless kids at Westpark Elementary School in Benbrook. Find out how on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about Martha and her gift here: https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/education/article312040663.html

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Central Texas Camp Counselors Receive The 2025 Pride...

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/09/29

Every year, the State Fair of Texas awards individuals or organizations that demonstrate qualities Texans hold dear: resilience, loyalty, generosity, and selflessness. For 2025, the Pride of Texas Award goes to camp counselors that saved lives during the July 4th Central Texas flooding. Find out more on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about these camp counselors here: https://bigtex.com/state-fair-of-texas-honors-central-texas-camp-counselors-with-2025-pride-of-texas-award/

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A Colleyville Teen Is Doing Something About Litter

The Heartbeat Of Texas ·

2025/09/26

Daniel saw a creek choked with litter one day and basically said to himself, “I can do something about this…” And this has led to awards and even a shoutout from Gov. Abbott. Find out more about Daniel, what he’s doing, and how you can help on KCBI’s “The Heartbeat of Texas.”Learn more about Daniel's mission here: https://fortworthreport.org/2025/08/17/colleyville-teen-environmentalist-hopes-his-litter-cleanup-generates-domino-effect/

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