Not even a pandemic can slow down the power of love, as shown by the stories in this year’s “Love Issue.”

Forging Ahead
Columbia couple Michael Schreibstein and Sara Rubenstein overcame loss and safety challenges to create the “perfect” smaller wedding.

Momentary Lapse
Matt Brown and Tollie Bell had originally planned to get married on Sept. 12, 2020, but they decided to ride out the pandemic before getting hitched.

Second Chances
For Carol Sorgen and her ex-husband and current partner Larry, love is a story in two acts, with a long intermission.

What Love’s Got to Do with It
Relationship expert Ava Barron-Shasho offers advice for couples and singles alike for survival during the pandemic.
