While it may seem like good news is in short supply across the country, Iowa PBS has been highlighting uplifting, feel-good stories that share how Iowans are making a difference in their communities.

While COVID-19 is altering nearly every aspect of American life, small businesses are being hit especially hard. This is forcing business owners to adjust, but as these three Iowa locals will share, hope is easy to find in tight-knit communities.

Gorsh is dealing with the ever-evolving rules of COVID-19 and the way it impacts each community. Yet, she is getting creative in servicing her customers and even helping other small businesses in Mt. Vernon.

Everywhere you look, Iowans are uniting like never before. While times may be tough right now, we’re seeing it won’t stop the great people in the state from supporting one another.