Professional Services

Swinging for Justice

How Nick Wills Brings a Champion’s Mindset to Personal Injury Law Article by Amber Dobyns | Photography by Brooke Madl Photography Nick Wills doesn’t just practice personal injury law—he plays it like a ballgame; strategizing, adapting, and never backing down. As the owner of The NMW Law Firm, Nick brings the same discipline, resilience, and teamwork that defined his years on the baseball diamond into every case he handles. Baseball was once his world—from backyard swings at age four to...

May 2025

Entertainment

Tossing Towards the Future

Hunter McMillan’s Game Plan for Life Article by Amber Dobyns While many high school students are gearing up for football or basketball, Porter High School senior Hunter McMillan is carving out a different path. Instead of cleats or sneakers, he grabs his bean bags and wooden boards—dominating Houston’s competitive cornhole scene and proving he’s not your average teen athlete. Hunter’s journey began in the backyard, playing casual games with his dad and neighbors. What started as a fun pastime...

May 2025

Sports + Recreation

Crafted in Motion

The Making of Texas Tough Customs Article by Amber Dobyns When it comes to off-road innovation, Texas Tough Customs (TTC) stands out for its originality, durability, and hands-on craftsmanship. Based in Splendora, Texas, TTC specializes in custom suspension systems and off-road accessories designed specifically for Honda Talon and Honda Pioneer 1000 vehicles. TTC parts aren’t just built to impress—they’re made to perform on the toughest terrain, trusted by passionate riders across the country...

May 2025

Sports + Recreation

Fueled by Family, Driven by Faith

The Story Behind Lloyd Family Racing Article by Amber Dobyns For the Lloyd family, racing isn’t just a sport—it’s a legacy in motion. Born from a lifelong passion for cars and a deep desire to connect generations, Lloyd Family Racing (LFR) began not as a business plan, but as a way to bring family and friends back together through something they all loved. Owner Doug Lloyd's journey started humbly on a farm, where mechanical skills came early. “I rebuilt my first motor when I was a freshman in...

May 2025

Entertainment

Guided by Example

Advice from Fathers and Sons Article by Stacy Leach Nick Wills NMW Law Firm Do your best. Seems cliché, but that usually puts it into perspective for me because I am usually hard on myself (like we all are) for not doing better, and sometimes fall into the trap of comparing myself to my past self on a better day, or even comparing myself to others. Doing my best just means literally doing the best job I possibly can at that given moment, which I find I perform better than if I’m thinking...

May 2025

Arts + Culture

Brushstrokes of the Soul

How Bre Tobias Transforms Inspiration into Art Article by Amber Dobyns | Photography by Fireheart Photography Imagination is limitless, and art holds the key to unlocking unseen realms, infusing the canvas with experience, and transforming emotion into expression. Local artist Bre Tobias has always been surrounded by creativity. Coming from a family of artists, her passion for art was sparked early on. But beyond family influence, Bre’s deep spiritual connection to her craft set her work...

April 2025

Health + Wellness

Living with Intention

Breaking Free from Self-Doubt Article by Amber Dobyns In a world that often pulls us in countless directions, embracing intentional living and staying true to your authentic self is the key to creating a life filled with purpose, fulfillment, and genuine happiness. For life coach Angela Hare, being overwhelmed with the hurdles of everyday life began to feel like an endless uphill race where passions and aspirations became overshadowed by stress and self-doubt. Through self-reflection, Angela...

April 2025

Entertainment

Looking Back, Moving Forward

Wisdom from experience—four women write letters to their younger selves, offering lessons in resilience, growth, and self-love. Article by Stacy Leach Life has a way of teaching us lessons we wish we had known earlier. If you could go back and give your younger self advice, what would you say? Four incredible women took a moment to reflect on their journeys, writing heartfelt letters to the girls they once were. Through wisdom, resilience, and self-discovery, they share the lessons that shaped...

April 2025

Entertainment

Breaking Cycles

The Path to Recovery Through Faith, Trauma, and Transformation Article by Amber Dobyns Addiction doesn’t always look like substance abuse. For some, it manifests through emotional pain, an unrelenting need for validation, or an escape from deeper wounds. For LaNora Purvis, overcoming cycles of self-doubt and the search for worth in unhealthy places revealed a powerful truth: addiction isn’t just a substance problem; it’s a heart problem, often rooted in trauma. LaNora’s path to recovery...

April 2025

Education

Bringing Hope and Health

The Lifesaving Impact of Project Mammogram Article by Amber Dobyns "If you see something, say something" becomes "if you feel something, do something" when it comes to your health. It’s a simple yet powerful reminder to trust your body’s signals and take action. For Brooke Baugh, Director of Development and Programs at the Northeast Hospital Authority & Foundation, this philosophy fuels Project Mammogram, a life-saving initiative dedicated to early detection, education, and preventative care...

April 2025