An American Story

Sign painter Mike Meyer adorns his hometown of Mazeppa, Minn. with his work.

Mechanic Andy Swift restores fire engines for his community of Hope, Maine.

Contractor Shelley Halstead teaches women carpentry skills in Baltimore.

Outfitter Jessie Allen introduces women to the beauty of Wyoming.

Horse jumper Wren Zimmerman pursues her dream despite losing her vision.

Paul Steklenski rescues dogs from shelters and flies them to new homes.