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We spend so much time blogging about bad news and tragedy (because that’s what the majority of people tell us by their actions that they want), that sometimes a story…

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We spend so much time blogging about bad news and tragedy (because that's what the majority of people tell us by their actions that they want), that sometimes a story like this goes unnoticed or neglected.

Not today.

There is a terminally ill Marvel fan in Australia named Alexander.  He has liver cancer, mouth cancer and bone marrow failure.  He has just months to live-maybe.

He had one dying wish...he wants to see "Avengers:  Endgame" early as he most likely will no make it to the film's April release date.

His campaign went viral on Reddit and caught the attention OF AN AVENGER!  Chris Hemsworth, the actor who portrays "Thor" in the Marvel movie universe was contacted-prompting Disney to get in touch with Alexander to discuss when he can see the film.

Just when I think that people no longer care about people, someone comes along to do something good for once.  Good on you Chris Hemsworth and Disney.

Charlie Nance is the Afternoon Drive co-host (along with his wife) of "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The couple have been with the radio station since 2006. Charlie has won the prestigious CMA (Country Music Association) Award for Radio Personality of the Year and has been a finalist for the Country Radio Hall of Fame four times. Prior to his time in Charlotte, Charlie (along with Debbie) spent more than a decade hosting successful morning radio shows in Greenville, SC; Augusta, Ga; and Birmingham, Al. As a content creator for Country 1037, Charlie writes about dream lottery windfalls, sports, restaurants and bars, and travel experiences in North and South Carolina.