Laura Hettiger

WE DID IT!!!! 💙 The 9th annual Laura’s Run 4 Kids benefiting the The Little Bit Foundation is officially in the books, and I’m still smiling thinking about Saturday. From the perfect weather to the energy in the air, from the incredible setting to ALL those amazing kids—it truly was a great day in St. Louis and for St. Louis. The best part? Meeting so many students at the starting line, ready to run with excitement and purpose. We were lifted by the drumline from Madison High School, inspired by the Color Guard from Vashon High School and moved by a talented sophomore from Sumner High School who sang the National Anthem. Watching these kids full of confidence and excitement. That’s what’s it’s all about! And then… the race! Preschool, elementary, middle and high school students all pounding the pavement together—setting goals, pushing themselves and raising money for an organization that works every single day to break down barriers to learning. It doesn’t get more powerful than that. While my name may be on the run, this event is truly a team effort. To our generous sponsors, our incredible volunteers, the dedicated Little Bit staff, and the many businesses who poured their time and energy into making this day happen—thank you, thank you, thank you! And to all of YOU—thank you for showing up. It meant so much to see my KMOV family out on the course and to meet so many loyal First Alert 4 viewers. Your support means more than I can put into words. Now… we start dreaming about the 10th annual Laura’s Run 4 Kids! In the meantime, thank you for believing in our students. They are our future—and if Saturday was any indication, St. Louis’s future is incredibly bright. ✨ . . . . #LaurasRun #LR4K #STL

What an honor to emcee the 75th anniversary Shining Light Gala benefiting @stldgckids . . While I emphasize with many of the people charities benefit, I fully sympathize with the families who use DGCKids’ services. It’s an organization dedicated to helping kids with visual impairment. . As I said last night, I was there as the daughter of an optometrist. I was there as a woman who was fitted with her first pair of glasses at the age of 2. And most importantly, I was there as a mom of a beautiful little girl who was diagnosed with extreme farsightedness at just 12-months old. . Together, we helped to raise more than $400,000 for local kiddos trying to navigate a world they can’t see. . We are lucky to have the great visual aids that exist today. Personally, I know my daughter can now see my face thanks to her glasses. I wouldn’t be able to do my job—or drive a car—without my contacts or glasses. But those situations are so minor compared to what other people are facing. . Once again, I’m humbled by the generosity of St. Louis. . Once again, I’m excited for our future thanks to these amazing nonprofits dedicated to helping kids. . . . . . #STL #DGCKids #love

What an honor to be featured on Live With Laura talking about skincare, business ownership, motherhood, and everything in between 🎙️🙌🏼 Comment a ‘🖤’ and I’ll send you the episode!! We covered so much… building a business with purpose, navigating the realities of motherhood while growing something you love, and of course, all things all things aesthetics and wellness! Thank you to Laura for being such an incredible host and creating space for such a meaningful, value-packed conversation. I truly loved every minute of it!! I am grateful to keep spreading our mission and sharing all my tips, tricks, and lessons along the way. If you’d like the link to watch/listen, comment a ‘🖤’ and I’ll send it your way. I’d love for you to tune in!

Steve’s Sleeves Explained! . I spoke with @stevetempletonkmov about his wardrobe choices when he’s forecasting severe weather. . Stay safe, St. Louis! . . . . #STL #weather #TV

Blessed. Hopeful. Grateful. . Blessed because we live in a community full people, businesses and organizations dedicated to helping other people in their greatest moment of need. . Hopeful because even though so much is happening in the world, there’s still so much good happening right here at home. . Grateful for the people at the @stlcrisisnursery who are taking care of babies and kids whose families are going through a crisis as we speak and those babies and kids are safe. . This weekend, 400 people came together to raise about $500,000 for the Crisis Nursery. The Razzle Dazzle Ball was dubbed the Ruby Celebration for the Nursery’s 40 years of helping families in St. Louis. We recognized some of the greatest leaders and supporters through the Legacy of Hope Award and I was humbled and honored to receive the Woman of the Year Award. . It truly takes a village to raise a child. The Crisis Nursery is part of that village for many families and, hopefully, it will remain being that village for generations to come. . . . . #STL #STLCrisisNursery #kids #TV #TVnews

An unforgettable night of generosity, surprises, and celebrating those making a real impact ❤️✨ Celebrating 40 years of the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery —what a beautiful ruby milestone. A few highlight moments below 📸 Tag yourself and your friends! 📸 TimFieldsMedia.com 📸 Tim Fields Media #CommunityImpact #MakingADifference #NonprofitLife #GiveBack #FundraisingSuccess

I might have the best 9-5 (or 7-3:30!) in the world! . This week was so special. . From celebrating 314 Day and our awesome city to meeting two Highland cows to interviewing Matt and Kent on my podcast to meeting an inspirational mother/son duo doing huge things in Jeff Co to shooting a commercial for the 9th annual Laura’s Run 4 Kids, we packed a lot into a few great days! . I’m so lucky to work with so many amazing people in such a great town. . . . . . #STL #TVnews #314Day #LR4K

Wishing all the working moms a very happy Working Moms Day—especially to the amazing moms that I get to work alongside every day. . I had no idea just how much moms do…until I became a mom. . It’s the best job in the world. And the hardest. And it never, ever stops. . But I wouldn’t change it for anything. . So, to all the other moms out there, just a reminder that YOU are amazing and you are doing the most important work in the world by raising your kids. . . . . . #workingmoms #mom #STL #TVnews

Ready! Set! Register! 👟 Registration is OFFICIALLY open for the 9th Annual Laura’s Run 4 Kids, hosted by @kmovnews4 very own @lkhettiger ! 🎤 Whether you’re a competitive runner or just looking for a fun morning stroll with the family, there’s a place for you. 🏁 5K Race for those chasing a personal best. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk (Strollers & pups welcome!). 🎈 Kids Zone featuring music & games 🍩 Snacks, medals, and more! 🏅 Every step you take helps The Little Bit Foundation break down barriers to learning for over 17,500 students in St. Louis. Let’s get moving for our kids! Where: Tower Grove Park When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Register TODAY: LINK IN BIO! Lace up for The Little Bit Foundation on April 25th! #laurasrun4kids #thelittlebitfoundation #stl #community

Show. Shred. Spent a few crazy days together! . Our 9th Valentine’s Day together included Mark joining me on @mystllive , and our kids joining us for my 700th @shred415stl class! . Add in a few hot dogs, play places, meltdowns and flowers in between, I’d say it was a pretty memorable Valentine’s weekend! . . . . . #love #TV #STL #shred

The Heart Ball with my ❤️. . What an honor to join @gdow14 for the @ahamissouri Heart Ball. Heart disease has greatly impacted both of our families, so the mission behind the American Heart Association is personal for us. I’m amazed at what Mark and his colleagues can do to help other families who have cardiovascular problems. . During this all important Heart Month, I hope you take a moment to find out your own family’s heart history and any risk factors you might have. . . . . #heart #hearthealth

Quick little trip down south for some fun in the sun. ☀️ . Mark won this trip through a charity auction benefiting one of my favorite organizations: the @stlcrisisnursery . . I can’t tell you how many times I thought of the families using the Nursery’s services while we were away. I teared up multiple times with gratitude thinking of the Nursery employees and volunteers preparing for a snowstorm back in STL—not only for their own families, but for the families that had nowhere else to go in a crisis. . I’m really lucky to have found the man I need in all situations. And I pray my family can always pay it forward. . . . . #STL #family #CrisisNursery