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London (1)

Summary Ron and Diane take a big step forward in their relationship. Leslie goes to London. Ben and Andy try to get a grant, and Tom discovers the identity of his new rival. Our Take A strong episode with a…

Are You Better Off?

Summary Leslie celebrates her first year as a city councilor. A surprise discovery leads Andy to call the only man he knows who can help with the investigation: retired Special Agent Burt Macklin. Meanwhile, April gets some life-changing news, and…

Swing Vote

Summary Leslie gets upset when Ron submits budget cut proposals getting rid of the local mini golf course. Andy and Ben celebrate a big donation made to their charity, while, Ann helps Tom with his girlfriend troubles. Our Take Fine.…

Jerry’s Retirement

Summary When Leslie finds out Jerry is retiring, she struggles with the proper way to commemorate the occasion. Chris and Ann prepare to have a baby together, while Tom worries he will become the office punching bag once Jerry leaves.…

Article Two

Summary Leslie works to get rid of outdated laws from the original town charter that no longer make sense. Chris gives April and Ron management training, while Ann and Ben get in a bidding war over a present for Leslie.…

Animal Control

Summary Leslie decides to give the Animal Control Department a much-needed makeover. Ann tries to get Ron the medical attention he needs, while Ben, Tom and Andy recruit donors for their charity foundation. Our Take Very good — not the…

Partridge

Summary Leslie and Ben travel back to his hometown of Partridge, MN to accept the key to the city. Ron gets served a lawsuit from councilman Jamm, while Ann and Chris take a compatible parenting quiz. Our Take Confident and…

Bailout

Summary Leslie tries to help a local video store stay in business after the owner is hit by the bad economy. Chris tries to give Tom some fatherly advice in dealing with a difficult employee, while Ann blackmails April into…

Correspondents’ Lunch

Summary Leslie is literally left speechless when her planned address at a big media event is stolen. Ben starts his new job working at the Sweetums Charity Foundation, and Ann works up the courage to ask someone an important question.…

Leslie and Ben

Summary Leslie and Ben have two hours to complete a years-long project. Meanwhile, Ron gets in trouble when his temper gets the best of him. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.