Professional Services

Leveling Up

Shining a light on business coaching. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Lux Content Co. Success is often seen as a clear-cut idea, usually tied to making money or gaining recognition. However, it encompasses so much more—finding alignment, clarity, and sustainability in providing for our families. Many discover that reaching their next goal does not automatically bring happiness because it often leads to feelings of burnout. Pursuing big dreams can come with quiet costs—relationships...

Auto + Marine

Alter Ego

The Double Life of a Local Rockstar Mechanic. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Lux Content Co./Captured Moments Photography Business owner by day and drummer in a band by night—proof that life doesn’t have to be lived on repeat. While most people hang up their work boots or shut down their laptops when the clock strikes five, others are just starting their second act. In a world that often tells us to choose one path, one passion, or one version of ourselves—some people boldly...

Food + Beverage

Dad Time

Grub, Games, and Good Times: Father’s Day Done Right Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Nadine B Photography/X-Golf Tampa/Carly Mock X-Golf Tampa Why spend hours in the hot sun when you can golf in air-conditioned comfort? X-Golf is a fully immersive indoor golf simulator experience that lets you and Dad play courses without worrying about the Florida heat. Learn more and reserve a spot in advance by visiting www.playxgolf.com/locations/tampa. All American Gunslingers If Dad’s...

Home Services

Under Pressure

Summer Plumbing: What You Don’t See Can Hurt You. Article by Michelle Numann | Photography by Lux Content Co. Plumbing problems tend to show up at the worst possible time. From clogged drains to leaky pipes, the smallest plumbing problems will transform into large system crises if home owners fail to address them. Learning the warning signs and keeping up with routine maintenance can help keep your home’s plumbing system in tip top shape. Regarding unexpected plumbing issues, Chad Hart...

Education

In Denis We Trust

Denis Phillips, Chief Meteorologist for ABC Action News, shares how to be weather wise and confident during hurricane season. Above all - Don’t Freak Out. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Lux Content Co. As Floridians, we’re no strangers to hurricanes and tropical weather. After weathering a few storm seasons, many residents are more interested in shopping for hurricane snacks than evacuation. But after the impacts of Helene and Milton last year, being prepared takes on new importance...

Home Services

She Served. She Still Deserves.

I was only 22 when I bought my first home—a condo in Virginia—using my VA loan benefit. As a Navy veteran stationed in Europe, I was young, determined, and ready to invest in my future. Years later, I used that same benefit again when I purchased my home here in Florida.My sister? She served, too. In a completely different way.She was an Army Combat Medic who served in Iraq, bravely facing conditions I could never imagine. After her service, she became a stay-at-home mom in New York. And while...

Home Services

From Renter to Real Estate Royalty: A Lady’s Guide to Claiming the Crown of Homeownership

Every queen deserves her own castle.If you’ve been renting and wondering whether homeownership is truly within reach, let me be the first to tell you: it is. Women all over the country—especially here in Florida—are rewriting their real estate stories, and there’s never been a better time to start yours.In today’s real estate landscape, more and more women are stepping up and becoming homeowners on their own terms. No prince required. According to the National Association of Realtors, single...

Home Services

Ladies Who Lead: Why Today’s Women Are Reshaping the Real Estate Market in New Port Richey

For generations, homeownership was seen as a milestone often tied to marriage, stability, and traditional family roles. But if you’ve been paying attention in recent years—especially in neighborhoods like New Port Richey—you’ll notice something different: women are no longer just along for the ride. They’re in the driver’s seat.Across the country, single women now outpace single men in homeownership. In Florida especially, women are claiming their stake in the Sunshine State—buying homes...

Home Services

She Moved Up: Why More Women Are Saying Yes to the Life They Really Want

There comes a moment in every woman’s life when settling is no longer an option.Whether it's walking away from a starter home that no longer serves you or stepping into a lifestyle that aligns with your current success—more women are making moves that reflect who they are, not just where they’ve been.And what does moving up really look like?It looks like a theater room where the family gathers on Friday nights.It looks like a resort-style pool that turns your backyard into a sanctuary.It looks...

Home Services

It’s A Family Affair

Strong women help lead Faulkner Electric for over 50 years. Article by JoAnn Chang | Photography by Lux Content Co./Faulkner Electric Strong businesses aren’t created by chance. And they don’t last for more than 50 years without a lot of hard work. It takes dedication and commitment. Two things the powerhouse women of Faulkner Electric, Valerie and Abbie Faulkner, have in spades. “I think I was the first lady electrician in Pasco County,” shared Valerie. She’s very modest about her role in...