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St. Louis is wrapping up a bold summer initiative that gave 11,000 young people—especially tornado survivors—a real shot at a second career, with hands-on training, work experience, and job placement across 900 sites. Teens like 19-year-old Edward Hayes, who rebuilt his life after losing his home, found invaluable skills and even got hired by city fire departments. With funding uncertain, this city-driven effort proves that investing in youth isn’t just hopeful—it’s already paying off.

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