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Thank You, Stranger

Has someone ever taken you by surprise by doing something kind that made your day a little easier? Your life a little fuller? Our series, “Thank You, Stranger,” looks at those special people and their impact.

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Thank You, Stranger: 'When I needed help, I got help from you.'

Thank You, Stranger: 'When I needed help, I got help from you.'

Imagine you are in a tough spot and someone goes out of their way to help. But you miss your chance to show your appreciation. That is almost what happened to Perry Schussler.
by Cathy Wurzer, Ellen Finn, Alanna Elder and Melissa Townsend

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Thank You, Stranger: How a bus driver and passenger helped a St. Paul woman get a fresh start

Thank You, Stranger: How a bus driver and passenger helped a St. Paul woman get a fresh start

Sometimes, strangers help change our outlook on life, help us grow, or renew our faith in humanity. Minnesota Now is kicking off a new series called Thank You, Stranger. It explores everyday acts of kindness or courage that had a strong effect on Minnesotans all over the state.
by Ellen Finn, Alanna Elder and Melissa Townsend

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