“Struggling small towns can do the hard work to become healthy again. It’s difficult, but nothing great is ever easy,” said Erin. “And while it is scary to take on a project of this scale, it helps so much to have a team to help carry the load.”
The duos, whose quaint hometowns of Laurel, Miss., and Bentonville, Ark., are prominently featured in their respective HGTV series, will kick-off the Fort Morgan revitalization by surprising residents with their plan to execute multiple projects in just four months. Dave and Jenny’s first mission, with help from HGTV star Jonathan Knight (Farmhouse Fixer), will include a home upgrade for a single mom who provides equine therapy to locals at her ranch. Jonathan also will join Dave to install new seating at a popular coffee shop, as well as invite Food Network star Molly Yeh (Girl Meets Farm) along to help create a new menu item. In addition, Ben and Erin will enlist local artists to give Main Street a refresh with an installation of two large murals that celebrate the town’s past and future.
“Being a part of this epic renovation is so meaningful to us, especially because I grew up right here in Colorado. We’re so honored to be able to help the families who give back to their neighbors and the small business owners who need a boost.” said Dave.
Additional expert guests from Food Network and HGTV lending a hand during the six-episode run are: Ben and Cristi Dozier (Building Roots); Darnell Ferguson (Superchef Grudge Match); Carmeon Hamilton (Reno My Rental); Lil Jon (Lil Jon Wants to do What?); Ty Pennington (Rock the Block); Jasmine Roth (Help! I Wrecked My House); and Page Turner (Fix My Flip).
Fans can interact with Home Town Takeover by following @HGTV and via #HomeTownTakeover on Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram. They also can stream the first season on discovery+.
Home Town Takeover is produced by RTR Media.