: Lavon’s high school sweetheart, Ruby Jeffries , returns to town not just for nostalgia, but to run against him for Mayor. 1.2.2

The supporting cast truly shines this season, with several character arcs evolving in surprising ways: 1.3.1

: The "no-strings" casual fun eventually turns serious, leading the pair to become an official couple in the touching "Blue Christmas" episode. 1.5.9