Unprecedented times. Flatten the curve. When encouraged to shut down and stay home to quell the spread of COVID-19, many in the Greater Cumberland County region didn’t abandon their drive to help others or achieve new goals. I've selected about two dozen stories I wrote during 2020 that highlight how small acts of kindness made a big difference. The collection includes a businessman who settled outstanding school lunch debts, a deaf dog encouraging acceptance, and the Class of 2020 who joyfully embraced their non-traditional graduation celebrations. May their compassion, resilience, and perseverance serve as inspiration to us all in the new year.