The people, places and stories that give every town its heart.
An uplifting television series created and hosted by Emmy-nominated producer Stephanie Zaita Peterson, whose broadcasting career spans more than 25 years.
WHAT HOMETOWN HEART IS
More than a place on the map.
Hometown Heart is an uplifting television series celebrating the people, places, history and traditions that make each community unique. Going beyond familiar attractions, the series uncovers the local stories and meaningful connections that reveal a town’s true character.
WATCH THE TRAILER
See Hometown Heart in action.
WHAT WE DISCOVER
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Inspiring Local People
Neighbors whose work, kindness and ideas strengthen their communities.
History & Traditions
The landmarks, customs and moments that shaped each community.
Small Businesses & Nonprofits
The independent organizations creating meaningful local impact.
Hidden Gems & Meaningful Destinations
The unexpected places that make every town memorable.
FEATURED TOWNS & STORIES
Every town has a story.
New communities and meaningful local stories are taking shape.
We're just getting started.
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Postcards from the road.
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Frederick, MD
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Alexandria, VA
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Vienna, VA
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Sarasota, FL
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St. Augustine, FL
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Stephanie Zaita Peterson
Creator & Host, Hometown Heart TV
MEET YOUR HOST.
A storyteller with a heart for community.
Stephanie Zaita Peterson
Executive Producer & Host, Hometown Heart TV
An Emmy-nominated broadcaster with more than 25 years of experience, Stephanie is passionate about sharing uplifting stories that celebrate community, resilience and the good in the world. She created Hometown Heart to spotlight everyday kindness, authentic connection and the people and places that inspire action and hope.
“I believe the most powerful stories aren’t the loudest ones.”
NOMINATE A STORY
What gives your hometown its heart?
Know a person, organization, business, place or community story that deserves to be shared?
Tell us what makes it meaningful.
PARTNER WITH HOMETOWN HEART
Help bring meaningful hometown stories to life.
Hometown Heart welcomes sponsors, community partners and organizations that believe in authentic storytelling and positive local impact. Partnership opportunities are currently being developed. We invite you to start a conversation with us.
COME WITH US
Follow Hometown Heart as we discover the people, places and stories that give every town its heart.
Hometown Heart is a Dawdlefish Productions series. © 2026 Dawdlefish Productions. All rights reserved.