Jan. 11, 2026
Fields of Kindness: Neighbors Unite in Iowa
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In Independence, Iowa, the community came together to support the family of Steve Copenhaver, a lifelong farmer who passed away before he could complete his final harvest. More than 30 volunteers, coordinated by the nonprofit Farm Rescue, pooled their resources and agricultural equipment to ensure the crops were harvested. This act of communal kindness not only preserved a family's livelihood but also honored a farmer's life work. The effort turned a challenging situation into one of the most successful harvests the Copenhavers had ever seen, demonstrating the power of neighborly compassion and the enduring spirit of rural communities.
