Today’s “Hometown Hero” is 9-year-old Taylnn Kendall from Kennedy, New York. She visits nursing homes carrying signs of joy during these troubling times.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Bemus Point, New York’s Doug Kibbe. This pastor is using a national health crisis to point people to Jesus.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Williamsport, Pennsylvania’s Shawna Hakes. After losing her husband to lung cancer four years ago, she now helps other women cope with life following a death.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Buffalo, New York’s Schwartzen Precil. This 25 year-old was abandoned by his parents, and abused in a foster home. He’s now teaching others how to turn obstacles into opportunities.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Akoy Agau from Jamestown, New York. He escaped “war-torn” Sudan years ago, and now plays “semi-professional” basketball in Jamestown. His biggest victories though, are taking place off the court.

Today’s “Hometown Heroes” are John & Sue Best from Williamsport, Pennsylvania. They operate a warming center at a local church that’s saving lives, in more ways than one.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Muncy, Pennsylvania’s Aly Creasy. At ten years-old, she’s helping kids all around the world deal with their fear by giving them a stuffed monkey.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Tonawanda, New York’s Dave Monroe. He’s an emergency first responder, who’s helping other first responders cope with life and faith.

Today’s “Hometown Hero” is Kyle Anspach from Milton, Pennsylvania. He’s connecting conversation with the gospel message, one cup of coffee at a time.