When Art Becomes Life

Tray Corley never attended art school, but his paintings are already intriguing enough to have drawn fans from across the globe. His once-latent creativity has exploded into a personal passion

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Healthy Choice

Father-son duo Rutho and Nate Occilien-Similien have transformed a 21-day juicing fast into a thriving business. Taste & See Fresh has grown by leaps and bounds in a few short

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Different Strokes

Emily Burnham and Chase Tedder put their talents to use through Our Art Adventures, transforming storefronts with vibrant window art in Covington and neighboring communities.  by Michelle Floyd Many businesses

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Going the Extra Mile

Social Circle native Taylor Moody went from aspiring lawyer to inspiring educator. For those who know the 2025 Newton County School System ‘Teacher of the Year’ best, her impact resonates

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Bright Mind

A consummate student, Noah Carter seems to have the world at his fingertips as he pursues higher education at the University of Georgia. by Michelle Floyd Eastside High School graduate

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Bringing Down Barriers

When a tenderhearted student and a devoted teacher realized specific students were being excluded from agricultural extracurricular activities, they joined forces to create a new, inclusive program. Several years later,

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A Sound Strategy

Stephen Smith exudes a quiet, humble strength. No one could guess the places he has been—they include the Super Bowl and countless movie sets—or the plethora of famous people he

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Taking Care of Business

Newton College and Career Academy senior Ibraheem Zareef sets his sights on becoming an international motivational speaker and hopes to open a marketing and finance agency, a real estate company

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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.

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