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Sydney Page
Reporter for The Optimist who reported the profile on the Huntington animal shelter and appears on the episode to discuss her reporting.
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Oct 11, 2025
• 14min
How to save an animal shelter: “If you care about something just do it”
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Sydney Page, a reporter for The Optimist, shares her journey covering the inspiring transformation of the Huntington animal shelter led by director Courtney Proctor Cross. The shelter was once overwhelmed, euthanizing 50-75% of animals due to lack of resources. Sydney highlights Courtney's resilience shaped by personal loss and her passionate drive to save lives. Through innovative fundraising and community engagement, Courtney turned the shelter into a beacon of hope, demonstrating that taking action on what you care about can spark real change.
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