Small Town Big Deal Season 2 Episode 23 Horsetown USA in Calif.; the Clare, Mich. police dept reinvigorates their town

Small Town Big Deal season 2 episode 23 focuses on two different small towns, each with their own unique challenges and successes. The first half of the episode takes viewers to Norco, California, aka Horsetown USA. This town is known for its love of horses and equestrian culture, and the hosts of Small Town Big Deal explore all the different ways horses are integrated into life in Norco. They visit a high school where students take equestrian classes, an ice cream shop that offers flavors inspired by different breeds of horses, and a ranch that hosts rodeos and other events.

The second half of the episode shifts focus to Clare, Michigan and the work the local police department is doing to reinvigorate their town. The hosts speak with members of the police force as well as community members who have seen positive changes in the town. They learn about initiatives like the COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) program, which encourages officers to build relationships with residents, and programs to help drug-abuse victims get access to treatment.

Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the importance of small towns and the unique qualities that make them special. They also showcase the hard work and dedication of the people who keep these towns running, from the police officers in Clare to the ranchers and business owners in Norco.