title: And a Prosperous New Year
author: Smith, Deborah
description: Welcome to Mossy Creek, where you'll find a friendly face on every corner and a heartfelt story behind every door...
  
  You'll meet a mayor who sees breaking the law as her civic duty and a by-the-book police chief trying to live up to his father's legend. There's Millicent, who believes in stealing joy, and the outrageous patrons of O'Day's Pub, who believe there's no such thing as an honest game of darts. You'll want to tune your radio to the Bereavement Report and prop your feet up at Mama's All You Can Eat Cafe. While you're there, say hello to our local gossip columnist, Katie Bell. She'll tell you a story that will make you laugh through your tears.