Ukrainian Children's Artwork, Stolen Dog Returns Home: Feel Good News

Need a reason to smile? NewsNation and Patch are back to bring you more feel-good stories from communities across America.

This week's roundup includes an artist's showcase of artwork created by Ukrainian children, a dog reunited with his owner after nine years and an inspiring cancer survivor's walk across the U.S.

Adrienne Bankert, the host of NewsNation's national morning show, Morning In America, is bringing you this week's headlines from Patch.

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Art By Ukrainian Children Affected By War On Display In Sarasota

Polish artist Wojtek Sawa was 11 years old when he immigrated to the United States. It was a jarring experience, as he left his home for a new country.

Now, as he watches the Ukraine war and families suffering because of Russia's invasion of the country from afar, he has organized a showcase of artwork created by Ukrainian children — both those who are now refugees in Poland and some who remain in their homeland, despite the Russian bombing.

Stolen Dog Reunited With Boston Owner After Almost A Decade

Nine years after her dog was stolen, a Boston woman was reunited with her now 11-year-old Yorkie named Rex.

Animal Control Officer Michelle Carlos responded to a report of a loose dog. Stoughton police say Carlos took care of the dog, giving him water, food, and a bath. When she checked for a microchip, she found his name is Rex, about 11-years-old and belongs to a woman named Marzena out of Boston. Marzena immediately went down to the station, and for the first time in almost a decade, she got to see her old friend again.

26-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Ends Walk Across U.S. At Santa Monica Pier

A 26-year-old cancer survivor from Ohio completed his walk across America at the Santa Monica Pier.

Cody O'Connor took part in the "Walk for Hope" and for the last nine months, he has walked across the country, raising $300,000 for pediatric cancer patients and spreading awareness about the mental and emotional toll that a diagnosis can have on a person and their family.

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