As an actor, Tara McDonough performs improv with puppets. Michael Hicks profiles the work McDonough does on stage as an improv puppeteer.

With two sons who suffered from Huntington's Disease, Raima Fernald did everything she could to support them. Peter Frick-Wright documents how Fernald cared for her sons before they passed away.

After losing nearly 300 pounds, Jim Talbott decided to put his new found confidence to the test by signing up for an exotic hip-hop dance class. Smith Galtney provides a profile on Talbott's changes and joining dance.

At the age of 85, Lucy Heywood is writing her life story and reflecting on her experiences. Ben Buddig documents how Heywood speaks about the good times in her life, and the challenges she fought through.

In Vermont, the Intervale Center supports community food systems by expanding local food markets and increasing farmer's incomes. Chris Remington investigates how the Center has faced challenges and questions if the organization can act as a model for the future of local food.

Going around Portland with her zine, Sigrid Harmon distributes art that she creates. Elicia Epstein profiles Harmon's music and art project.

When the mills in Biddeford closed, the town's economy began to suffer. Emma Morgenstern documents how organizations in the town are trying to develop the economy again through the downtown area, and how some residents don't agree with the changes.

With a collection of over 4,500 license plates, Dave Nicholson shares his collection on his website database. Emma Morgenstern profiles Nicholson's interest in license plates and how it has deep personal roots.

Offering a way for individuals to have a natural and affordable burial, green cemeteries have allowed for the tradition of burials to change. Grace Mendenhall documents the work Chuck Lakin, Joe Watson, and Joyce Foley have done for funerals.

Following a heart attack, Randy Soileau changed his outlook on life. Natalie Ivis profiles how Soileau's change of heart brought him closer to animals around his home.

As a volunteer driver for seniors, Didi Stockly considers how she will handle giving up the keys herself one day. Leslie Chang profiles the work Stockly does for the elderly community.

Alesha Leach wears clothing designs that are in sync with Lolita, a Japanese fashion. Margaret Rawson profiles how Leach expresses her femininity and confidence through her fashion tastes.