Ronnie gives Kathy what she wants, but it comes at a steep price. Erik meets Jeremy and comes to a realization. The kids rally to restore a playground.

An ex brings tensions and more to the table during a dinner with Maddie and Cal. Kyle deals with a secret admirer. Dana Sue has a change of party plans.

Erik makes a decision about his future. Miss Paula announces her new plan. The town turns out to celebrate a happy couple, but an unwanted guest appears.

Mary Vaughn drops a bombshell on Bill and Kyle. Annie has the shindig of her dreams – until a party crasher arrives. Erik meets a Serenity newcomer.

A devastated Helen finds comfort in her family away from Serenity. Bill hopes to be more involved in Rebecca’s life. Dana Sue walks into a total mess.

Erik opens up to Isaac while Helen ponders her future. Over margaritas, Maddie reveals the deal she made with Cal. Dana Sue and Ronnie plan a party.

More than margaritas are shaken up as Cal’s past resurfaces, an unsavory acquaintance returns to Serenity, and Helen faces a life-changing decision.

Dana Sue’s relationships become the talk of Serenity social media. Maddie uncovers who’s behind the town’s parking problem — bless their hearts.

When the mayor won’t see them, the Magnolias take their plans to the next level. At karaoke, Helen and Erik give the town something to talk about.

Gamby’s search for his shooter leads him into a novelist’s graduate-school class. Russell’s ire is fueled by an unflattering caricature.