Nanny’s Carrot Cake
Every year when I was growing up in Porterdale, my Mama baked carrot and coconut cakes for Christmas. Her carrot cake was my favorite, because it didn’t have all the
Ticket to Ride
A quarter of a century has passed since the 1999 Newton High School baseball team set out on a remarkable journey to the state semifinals, galvanized a community and made
A Love Without Borders
Construction specialist Carlos Jaramillo was perfectly content with his life in Rutledge until he learned about a way to use his skills for a greater good. He has since made
Revolutionary Approach
An equitable, worker-owned operation in Mansfield, Love is Love Cooperative Farm models a different way to distribute food. It provides certified organic produce, flowers and seedlings to customers across metro
Building Blocks
Mike Denney brought his vision for Piedmont Steel to life in 2007 and now employs more than 150 workers. Having experienced the good, the bad and the ugly associated with
Body Language
Covington Family Chiropractic and Wellness meets a variety of needs for patients who are pursuing a better quality of life. by Michelle Floyd Dr. Jamie Adams always knew she wanted
Field of Dreams
Many individuals were involved in creating The Miracle League of Newton County, including Kimberly Walden—an educator who has been connected to kids with special needs for most of her life.
True Calling
Eastside High School and Emory University graduate Wendy Rodriguez has found her home. She plans to make impactful connections through her two businesses and her work as a board member
Laser Focused
Kanikka Lewin showcases her boundless creativity through intricate wood and acrylic art pieces. Her journey from humble beginnings to overcoming self-doubt illuminates the power of passion, perseverance and unwavering support.
A Doctor in the House
A desire to serve God, family and community led Dr. Norris Little to a 40-year career in medicine. The beloved physician retired after nearly a decade as Piedmont Newton’s chief
Hurts, Hang-Ups and Habits
Pride and shame too often keeps us from answering God’s calls, but even Forrest Gump discovered he could not run from his past forever. by Michael Stephens Joshua 1:9 says,
Newborn: A Town Full of Characters
by Kari Apted If you blink as you drive through rural Newton County, you might miss the tiny town of Newborn, and even if you see it, you’ll probably pronounce
‘The Essence of Our Y’
Sisters Carmen Brown and Beverly Burton consider the Covington Family YMCA a second home, whether they are partaking in a fitness class, utilizing the exercise machines, enjoying a brisk game
The County’s Most Interesting Man
Newborn resident Tony Pless looks like your average older biker, clad in black leather and tattooed, with a long, white beard. Like most bikers, he has been places—some good and
Healing Properties
Those who have driven down Hodges Circle in Mansfield have probably already seen the tall, colorful rooster that graces our cover. Its whimsical presence brightens the rural landscape as only
Meet the Publishers Fall 2026
One Sunday, when I was a relatively new believer, I made the following comment: “I need to pray for patience.” The collective gasp and the advice that…