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Year: 2017

Wife marvels at her husband’s transformation

This was written by Ruth Elliott about her husband, John. His name is John Elliott. He is currently teaching at Lee College. To some, that may not mean much. But to me, it is a testament to a man who when I first met him … Continue readingWife marvels at her husband’s transformation

Posted on March 13, 2017July 18, 2018by adminLeave a comment

She is sold on being a successful businesswoman

Sylvia Escontrias caught the business bug as a teenager. “I remember telling my parents when I was a sophomore in high school that I was going to get a job at the mall,” she said. “They laughed and told me not to let my grades … Continue readingShe is sold on being a successful businesswoman

Posted on March 10, 2017July 18, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

‘Country bumpkin’ points way to petrochemical industry

“I’m just a country bumpkin from Arkansas. I grew up poor, just like a lot of the people I teach who are going to school with help from different assistance programs. They’re trying to make a better life for themselves. My objective is for them … Continue reading‘Country bumpkin’ points way to petrochemical industry

Posted on March 6, 2017June 25, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Budding architect wants to design mom’s dream home

“I want to be recognized around the world for building homes that are stable against major hurricanes and tornadoes. Living in this area, we see our share of storms. People pay a lot of money for their houses, and some of them can get destroyed … Continue readingBudding architect wants to design mom’s dream home

Posted on March 3, 2017June 19, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Dog groomer draws strength from military career

There were a few family dogs through the years, but none that Megan Swaney could call her own. “I had been wanting my own dog since I was 6,” she said. “It wasn’t until I was 23 that I finally got one.” Now, Swayze the … Continue readingDog groomer draws strength from military career

Posted on February 27, 2017July 18, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Family embraces togetherness in their tiny house

When it comes to family togetherness, Tamlyn and Toby Hayman are experts. It’s a benefit of living with their six children — four girls and two boys — in a home that measures only 32 feet long by 12 feet wide. “Our first house was … Continue readingFamily embraces togetherness in their tiny house

Posted on February 23, 2017July 18, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Playing Santa Claus can be serious business

It was two years ago at a private function. Like 40-plus similar occasions during the busy holiday season, George Jones was decked out in red and white. As usual, he was the star of the show. Kids are excited to sit on Santa Claus’ lap … Continue readingPlaying Santa Claus can be serious business

Posted on February 21, 2017July 18, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Aspiring young artist determined to follow his dream

While his older brother and cousins were outside playing football, Zach Zellars sat in the house drawing and watching cartoons on TV. Later, he would learn to love the sport that helped him earn a college scholarship. But art is what really captured his heart. … Continue readingAspiring young artist determined to follow his dream

Posted on February 15, 2017July 18, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Anxiety issues improve after college experiment

“I went to Texas State University for three years. But I wasn’t really decisive on what I was going to do, what major to stick with. I was in business, changed to psychology, and then I was going back to business when I decided to … Continue readingAnxiety issues improve after college experiment

Posted on February 13, 2017June 19, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

Nobody said that being a mother was easy

“He’s a good kid, but he can be pretty hardheaded. He just likes to do what he wants to do sometimes. “He will come to our bed in the middle of the night. I used to let him, but I’ve become a little tougher with … Continue readingNobody said that being a mother was easy

Posted on February 7, 2017June 19, 2018by David BerkowitzLeave a comment

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