From homeless to Army officer, Wilmington man perseveres to lead ‘something special’

A new Army campaign focusing on training is being led by a Wilmington native Javon Starnes joined the Army as a way to serve and protect the ones he loves. And he is now making a difference, speaking on training for leadership in the Army. But life wasn’t always easy for Starnes. “I grew up rough,” Starnes…

K9 officer receives charitable donation to keep him safer

Williamsport, Pa. — Williamsport Bureau of Police K9 Officer Tacoma will be much safer with a new bullet and stab protective vest, thanks to a donation from the Vested Interest in K9s company. The Williamsport West Veterinary Hospital in DuBoistown hosted a fundraiser and donated the embroidered vest that reads, “This gift of protection provided…

Police officer, store manager team up to help homeless

As Patrolman Molly Johns canvassed the Poplar Bluff community in drizzling snow, she witnessed within five to 10 minutes two homeless men walking the streets. Johns felt she needed to take action, so she pulled up to the Dollar General Store on Highway 53 to buy blankets. “I saw two different guys within five or…