"County Rescue" Season 2 on Great American Family - Poster Revealed + Episode and Streaming Details

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TV Drama: County Rescue - Season 2

Network: Great American Family

Original Air Date: February 23, 2025

Streaming: Great American Pure Flix, beginning February 20th

Details:

"County Rescue" season 2 showcases the experiences of a dedicated team of paramedics and EMTs as they navigate both their professional responsibilities and personal lives. Each call challenges Dani's self-belief, as the series centers around themes of faith and family.

There are 6 episodes in season 2. Each episode is 1 hour long (with commercials), airing at 8pm/7c.

If you'd like to catch up with episodes from "County Rescue" season 1, you can stream those episodes through Great American Pure Flix. They offer a 7 day free trial. (*click here for information*).


Cast:

Julia Reilly ... Dani
Riley Hough ... Tim
Percy Bell ... Duke
Kristin Wollett ... Ashley
Brett Varvel ... Andy
Tim Perez-Ross ... Scotty
Keller Fornes ... Griffin
Danny Terminello ... Ben
Angel Luis ... Marcos
Stacey Patino ... Liz
Tanya Christiansen ... Lisa Miller
Phil Baker ... Ken
Shari Rigby ... Tamra


"County Rescue" Season 2 - Episode Details:

Episode 1 - After the Flood:

With Duke's return fast approaching, Dani realizes her job is on the line; she questions God's path for her as she discovers her ex-fiance is back in town and faces a family emergency.


Episode 2 - Hummingbird:

As Dani returns to work after her dad's health scare, she and Griffin reinstate the Epic Fail Club; Ashley receives some news that could change her and Andy's future.


Episode 3 - Feathered Symphony:

Dani navigates Hunter being back in town while Tim heads out on a call that him to a new romance; Marcos hosts the grand opening of his art gallery before someone's mistake causes the event to go awry.


Episode 4 - The First Move:

Dani ups her game at work knowing she has limited time left, as Duke continues his sobriety journey; Ashley makes an important discovery while Dani opens up to Tim about her past with Hunter.


Episode 5 - Hot Water:

Andy and Ashley plan their vow renewal, while Dani exposes Duke for drinking again; tensions build between everyone at the station but come together to rally around Andy in his time of need.


Episode 6 - Out of the Ashes:

Dani reconciles with the team and Duke returns to his position at County Rescue; Dani prioritizes family time and enlists Griffin to help the team prank Scotty.


Promo:




Please note: More images and episode details will be added as they are released from Great American Media.

For those of you who may be wondering, that is Actor Keller Fornes (who portrays Griffin), featured in the front right center of the poster above. Sadly, Keller passed away in December, and the cast is understandably heartbroken over this loss. I pray watching the new season will be a healing experience for the entire cast and crew.

I hope many of you will enjoy the 2nd season of "County Rescue."

Blessings to you all,

Net

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Color My World With Love - a New Heartwarming Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Movie Starring Erica Durance, Benjamin Ayres, and Actors with Down Syndrome

Hallmark revealed this movie news today via ET:

"Color My World With Love, which recently wrapped production, follows Kendall (Never Have I Ever's Lily D. Moore), a talented artist with Down syndrome who creates beautiful paintings in the impressionist style that reflect the reality of her subjects as she sees them. Thanks to the support of her mother, Emma (Erica Durance), and grandmother, Bev (Karen Kruper), Kendall is happy and thriving. Her life takes a turn when she meets Brad (David DeSanctis) in a cooking class at the local center for diverse learners and romance blossoms.

While Emma has spent the last 22 years trying to protect her daughter, she has reservations about Kendall and Brad’s new relationship, especially when it quickly moves in a serious direction. Not wanting Kendall to experience heartbreak, Emma tries to slow things down. With the help of Nic (Benjamin Ayres), a longtime family friend of Brad’s, Emma slowly accepts that Kendall is ready to -- and should -- live her own life. In the process, Emma learns a lesson from Kendall about how to look beyond what’s in front of you and see the beauty that exists. And, just maybe, she finds herself ready to find love once again."


My take:

I think it is wonderful to see this upcoming movie with a storyline that includes characters who have down syndrome. I remember a special episode of "Signed, Sealed, Delivered" from their first season that also included a beautiful story with down syndrome characters. I sincerely hope this new movie will be just as touching and heartwarming.

According to the article on ET's web-site, Peter Benson ("Aurora Teagarden") directed this film and we can look for it to premiere later this year.

Blessings, Net

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UPtv to air "Heartland" Season 13 - Press Release

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UPtv PRESS RELEASE:

ATLANTA (May 29, 2020) - UPtv, the television destination for uplifting entertainment, announced today that the network will be the exclusive linear U.S. home to watch Heartland season 13. The new season of the fan-favorite series starts Thursday, June 4 at 8 p.m. ET.

Following each new episode of Heartland, UPtv will debut Hudson. This six-part bonus content is an original series set in the world of Heartland, following Jade Virani and her friends as they hang out together at Maggie’s diner and around the town of Hudson. The core of this series is the budding friendship/rivalry between Jade and a new waitress from the city, Sloane, along with Trace (one of Jade's friends from the rodeo school).

(NOTE FROM NET: I just learned that there is a homosexual character on the show, Hudson. I wanted to make sure you were all aware. My family and I will not be watching this series.)

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Heartland, the longest running one-hour drama in Canadian television history, is set in the rolling foothills of the Rockies in the fictional town of Hudson, Alberta. The thirteenth season of Heartland follows life on the iconic Heartland ranch as Amy Fleming (Amber Marshall) and the family deal with the challenges of running a horse ranch, which has been in their family for six generations.

“Our audience has made clear to us that now more than ever they are seeking out feel-good, uplifting content the whole family can enjoy together,” said Hector Campos, vp of content strategy, programming, and acquisitions at UPtv. “Heartland is the perfect show for viewers, and season 13 will not disappoint new and returning fans alike. We’re thrilled to be the television home of both Heartland and Hudson.”

UP Faith & Family (UPFF), the UP Entertainment SVOD service, is the only place to catch up on all of the prior seasons of Heartland. The top-rated streamer is offering a no-commitment free selection of staff favorites, original feel-good films, and UPtv original series to help families during the COVID-19 global pandemic at https://upfaithandfamily.com/uplift/ as part of #OperationUplift.

Heartland is based on the bestselling series of books by Lauren Brooke. The executive producers are Michael Weinberg, Tom Cox, Jordy Randall, and Heather Conkie who also serves as the showrunner. The series is produced by Dean Bennett. The series writers are Heather Conkie, Mark Haroun, Ken Craw, and Alexandra Clarke. The season’s directors are Ken Filewych, Pierre Tremblay, Megan Follows, Eleanore Lindo, Chris Potter, Kristin Lehman and Dean Bennett. For CBC, Sally Catto is General Manager, Programming; Trish Williams is Executive Director, Scripted Content; Helen Asimakis is Senior Director, Scripted Content; and Melanie Hadley is Executive in Charge of Production.


About UPtv
UPtv, the television home for uplifting entertainment, is one of the premier brands from UP Entertainment, LLC. UPtv is the destination for exclusive premiere movies, box-office hit films and beloved series. UPtv’s award-winning pro-social initiative, “UPlift Someone,” has inspired over 200 million people to uplift others through its social videos and dedicated UPlift Someone Facebook page. Additionally, UP Entertainment is home to the subscription streaming service, UP Faith & Family, America’s favorite streaming service for families, as well as AspireTV, the leading network for Black and urban lifestyle programming.

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Hallmark Movie 'Hello, It's Me' starring Kellie Martin

MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: Hello, It's Me

Network: Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Original Air Date: September 27, 2015

*Based on the novel by New York Times bestselling author Wendy Markham.

 

 

CAST:

Kellie Martin
Kavan Smith

PLOT:

via Hallmark: A woman coping with the loss of her husband and the task of raising two children on her own meets a handsome rich man but doesn't feel right about pursuing anything. That's when she begins receiving messages from her deceased husband urging her to move on and heal.

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An Exclusive Interview with the Creator of New UP TV Series: "Ties that Bind"

The UP Network will present a new weekly drama series on TV Wednesday nights, titled "Ties that Bind", premiering August 12, 2015 at 9 PM/8c.

Sheryl J Anderson, the Creator, Executive Producer, and Show Runner of “Ties That Bind” recently joined "It's a Wonderful Movie" for an all new Exclusive Interview - discussing the behind the scenes process of creating this new "UP"coming series coming soon to UP-TV!

 

Starring in "TIES THAT BIND", is actress Kelli Williams, who Christmas Movie fans will know and love from the Hallmark Channel movie 'A Boyfriend for Christmas', plus her role on ABC's 'The Practice' and Lifetime's 'Army Wives'.

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INTERVIEW

Sheryl J. Anderson

“Ties That Bind”

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It's a Wonderful Movie: First of all, Congratulations on your new TV show Ties that Bind. Could you share with us your role in the creation process of Ties that Bind?

Sheryl J. Anderson: I am the creator & Show Runner of Ties That Bind (I am also the head writer and one of the executive producers). I came up with the idea for the series and pitched it to the network. When they gave us the greenlight, I wrote the pilot and then supervised the writing staff as we wrote the other nine episodes.

Actress Kelli Williams

It's a Wonderful Movie: Please share a little of the plot/story behind this new series.

Sheryl J. Anderson: This series centers on Allison McLean, (portrayed by Kelli Williams) a detective in suburban Seattle, who takes in her niece and nephew after she arrests her brother and sends him to prison. She and her husband have two teenagers of their own, so bringing two more teens into the house is a huge undertaking, but Allison believes in doing the right thing, even when it carries a heavy price. The show deals with the family life at home as well as Allison working as a detective with her partner, Devin.


It's a Wonderful Movie: We would love to know a little behind the scenes… How did Ties that Bind become an UP-TV Weekly Drama Series?

Sheryl J. Anderson: I was fortunate to write the movie adaptation of Ronda Rich's terrific novel The Town That Came A 'Courtin' for UP. Writing that screenplay, and working with Barbara Fisher and her team at UP, was one of the best experiences of my career. So when my manager told me UP was moving into series and looking for pitches, I was eager to pitch to them.

I developed the idea, then I pitched it to the executives at UP. They put it into development and, after lots of discussion and several outlines, I wrote the pilot. And they ordered ten episodes!

Luke Perry and Kelli Williams

It's a Wonderful Movie: How thrilled were you to learn of this wonderful cast, for Ties that Bind, with Kelli Williams (‘The Practice’, 'A Boyfriend for Christmas', ‘Army Wives’), Luke Perry ('Beverly Hills 90210', 'Goodnight for Justice' TV Movies), Jonathan Scarfe (‘ER’, ‘Into the West’ TV Mini-Series), Mitchell Kummen (‘Lucky Christmas’, ‘When Calls the Heart’) and more… ?

Sheryl J. Anderson: Back when we were in development, my manager asked me who I pictured in the role of Allison and I said Kelli Williams -- so it's truly a dream come true to have Kelli head our cast. I knew Luke from another project we'd worked on together, so I was flattered that he found time in his schedule to guest for us. I was a fan of Jonathan's work, but I hadn't met him, so I was delighted he was interested in joining us. And our casting directors brought Dion, Rhys, Natasha, Matreya, and Mitchell in to audition; I was so impressed by their talent -- and continue to be every day.


It's a Wonderful Movie: Did you visit the set of Ties that Bind during filming and meet the cast?

Sheryl J. Anderson: I have been on the set since the first day of filming, so I get to interact with the cast every day. It's a blessing -- and a blast!


Ties That Bind - Trailer




It's a Wonderful Movie: Where do you find inspiration for your stories/characters?

Sheryl J. Anderson: Rachel and Jeff are shameless ripoffs of my son and daughter. ;) Many of the characters are inspired by other family members and friends. The stories came from personal experiences of the writing staff, issues in the news, and areas of conflict that emerged as we imagined the family living together. And our imaginations.


It's a Wonderful Movie: What do you hope viewers will take away from watching the UP series Ties that Bind?

Sheryl J. Anderson: One of the reasons I like to write procedurals is that I loved watching procedurals with my family when I was growing up. I want Ties that Bind to be a show families can watch together -- they can try and solve the mysteries together and discuss the family issues that come up. I also hope viewers will be reminded about the power of love, forgiveness, and mercy, in our families and in our cities.

Natasha Calis, Kelli Williams, Jonathan Scarfe, and Mitchell Kummen

Thank you so much, Sheryl, for doing this interview! It has been so wonderful for me and all my followers to have this opportunity to hear from you and get a behind the scenes look at this new series.

I'm sure many who read this interview, will join me in looking forward to watching the premiere of "Ties that Bind", premiering August 12, 2015 at 9 PM/8c on UP-TV.

*See my "Ties that Bind" page for series details, images, and more.

*Or, to learn more about "Ties that Bind", check out the official UP-TV site for this new Original Drama.

I hope you all will enjoy this new Drama on UP-TV.

God Bless, Net

"It's a Wonderful Movie"

'CEDAR COVE' Returns to the Hallmark Channel with Season 3

REVIEW

TV SERIES DRAMA: Cedar Cove Season 3

Network: Hallmark Channel

Original Air Date: July 18, 2015

*PLEASE NOTE: This Drama Series contains Adult Content.

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CAST:

Andie MacDowell ... Olivia Lockhart
Dylan Neal ... Jack Griffith
Sarah Smyth ... Justine Lockhart
Teryl Rothery ... Grace Sherman
Brennan Elliott ... Warren Saget
Timothy Webber ... Moon
Bruce Boxleitner ... Bob Beldon
Sebastian Spence ... Cliff Harting
Barbara Niven ... Peggy Beldon
Tom Stevens ... Eric Griffith
Jesse Hutch ... Luke Bailey 
Colin Ferguson ...
Hayley Sales ... Shelly
Julia Benson ... Jeri Drake
Rebecca Marshall ... Alex
Cameron Bancroft ... Will Jeffers



PLOT:

via Hallmark: DEBBIE MACOMBER'S CEDAR COVE SEASON 3 - Based on the bestselling book series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber, Season 3 returns viewers to a majestic and idyllic small seaside town of Cedar Cove, home to romance, relationships and drama. At the center of it all is Olivia Lockhart (Andie MacDowell), the revered Cedar Cove Municipal Court judge, lifetime resident, loving mother and loyal friend to many. As Olivia's romance with newspaper editor Jack (Dylan Neal) hangs in the balance following a shocking discovery, Olivia, along with her family and friends, will find her small town is bursting with more drama -and heart- than ever before.



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UP Original Series - "Ties That Bind" starring Kelli Williams

An All New TV Series will premiere this Fall on UP. Starring in "TIES THAT BIND", are Kelli Williams, who Christmas Movie fans know and love from 'A Boyfriend for Christmas', plus her role on 'The Practice' and 'Army Wives', and Luke Perry of 'Beverly Hills 90210', and the 'Goodnight for Justice' TV Movies. See all the details below!


REVIEW

TV SERIES DRAMA: Ties That Bind

Network: UP

Original Air Date: August 12, 2015

CAST:

Kelli Williams ... Allison McLean
Jonathan Scarfe ... Matt
Mitchell Kummen ... Jeff
Natasha Calis ... Rachel
Dion Johnstone ... Devin
Luke Perry ... Tim
Rhys Matthew Bond ... Cameron
Matreya Scarrwener ... Mariah

PLOT:

via UP: "Ties that Bind" revolves around Allison McLean (Kelli Williams), a tough and experienced police detective in suburban Seattle. Like most working women, her hands are already full, balancing a demanding and dangerous job and a family -- husband Matt (Jonathan Scarfe), and teenagers Jeff (Mitchell Kummen) and Rachel (Natasha Calis). But when she and her partner, Devin (Dion Johnstone), must arrest her brother, Tim (Luke Perry), for aggravated assault, her world drastically changes as Tim is convicted and sent to prison leaving his two teenagers Cameron (Rhys Matthew Bond) and Mariah (Matreya Scarrwener) teetering on the brink of foster care. Having done the right thing as an officer of the law, Allison now feels compelled to do the right thing as a sister and aunt; she brings Tim's two very unhappy teens into her home. Squeezing four teenagers under one roof proves to be an additional test of Allison's strength and patience. It won’t be easy for her husband, her children or Tim’s kids either. In addition to investigating local crimes, the series will also focus on the joys and struggles of the teens as they adjust to their new home, their new high school, make new friends and experience love, romance, anger and jealousy.


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UP Original Movie: "Welcome Home" starring Luke Perry

MOVIE REVIEW

Movie: Welcome Home

Network: UP

Original Air Date: September 13, 2015

image via: Twitter

CAST:

Luke Perry ... Stewart Paylor
Camille Sullivan ... Cassandra
Will Verchere-Gopaulsingh ... Jake
Kayden Magnuson ... Vera
Erica Cerra ... Cynthia
Susan Hogan

 

PLOT:

via UP: After a hugely successful debut novel, Stewart Paylor (Luke Perry) is supposed to be delivering chapters of his new book. Unbeknownst to everyone around him, including Cynthia (Erica Cerra) his literary agent/girlfriend, Stewart has writer’s block and has not written a word. His life goes even further astray when he returns home from a vacation to find a homeless mother, Cassandra (Camille Sullivan), and her two children, 12-year old Jake (Will Verchere-Gopaulsingh) and 9-year old Vera (Kayden Magnuson) have been squatting in his house, with nowhere to go.


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