Three sheriff’s deputies have been honored for rescuing a driver from a burning vehicle following a head-on collision. The Clarke County Board of Supervisors recognized their quick intervention and bravery, stressing the importance of such selfless acts in the line of duty.

An 11-year-old girl in Tyngsborough, Massachusetts, has been honored for saving her 5-year-old neighbor from a well. The courageous act, which happened earlier this summer, earned her a special award and the community’s heartfelt gratitude.