A St. Louis firefighter is being recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty — and the community is taking notice. Kerry Henry, a firefighter serving St. Louis, Missouri, has received a $500 award through FOX 2’s Proud to Serve program, which highlights first responders who make a meaningful difference in the lives of those around them.
The Proud to Serve recognition shines a well-deserved spotlight on the men and women who dedicate themselves not only to emergency response but to the broader well-being of their neighborhoods. Henry’s honor is a reminder of the quiet, steady commitment that St. Louis firefighters bring to their work every single day — showing up not just when alarms sound, but as pillars of the community they protect.
St. Louis is also buzzing with excitement over a visit from one of the most iconic locomotives in American history. Union Pacific’s Big Boy steam engine made a stop in St. Louis, giving residents a rare, up-close look at a piece of living railroad heritage. The massive locomotive — one of the largest steam engines ever built — has been touring the country, drawing crowds of history enthusiasts, families, and rail fans eager to witness a marvel of 20th-century engineering in action.
The Big Boy‘s appearance offered St. Louisans a chance to connect with American history in a tangible, exciting way, and by all accounts the visit drew an enthusiastic response from the community. Whether you caught a glimpse of the towering engine rolling through or made a special trip to see it up close, it was the kind of moment that brings people together and sparks a sense of shared pride and wonder.
From honoring a dedicated firefighter to welcoming a legendary locomotive, St. Louis is celebrating the people and moments that make this city a great place to call home.
