Texas Ace HVAC

It’s just before 4:00 a.m., and the morning alarm has yet to go off. Already anxious for the day, Jory McDaniel reaches over and turns the alarm clock off. Places to go. People to see. Promises to deliver! Promises like 100-percent customer satisfaction. Some might say such a claim is trite, unrealistic and maybe […]


Freedom Heating and Air

When issues pertaining to heat and air conditioning arise in a home, Hector Gomez, owner of Freedom Heating and Air, is there to help smooth out the rough patches. “We treat every customer as extended family,” Hector proudly stated. Freedom HVAC employees work with clients as best as they can. “To combat the spontaneous […]


Trees Hurt Too, Inc.

When you know your property needs help from plant health care specialists, call Trees Hurt Too. The authors of COVID-19 legislation recognize Trees Hurt Too as an essential business, since trees are valuable assets to properties and pests must be controlled for people’s safety. Arborist Ken Hewlett offers lawn care, ornamental tree care and […]


Edward Jones — Barry Moore, CFP

Given current uncertain times, Barry Moore is there for his clients as a financial advisor. “Generally, market declines are normal, although they always feel unsettling,” he admitted. “My best advice to everyone during this pandemic is to not panic and take a long-term view of our situation. This, too, shall pass. Keep the faith! […]


Become a Foster Family at the Foster Care Village in Itasca, Texas

Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services (PCHAS) is proud to announce that the historic group home campus in Hill County is now the Foster Care Village in Itasca, Texas.  The agency is now looking for more couples to become Foster Families at the Foster Care Village. Each couple is provided a spacious home designed for […]


Texas Snow

While Texans don’t see much snow falling, one welcome sight during warm weather comes in the form of Texas Snow shaved ice. In response to COVID-19, they will open their drive-through only on May 1. Already hypervigilant, they continue with sanitary practices, changing gloves after every customer to prevent cross-contamination and by adding gloves […]


The Honor in the Ride

Editor’s Note: In July 2015 we featured Michael (Mad Dog) Lowthorp and a couple of his fellow Patriot Guard Riders and the work they do honoring our veterans. Mad Dog also owns SkootDog Motorcycle Leather & Gear in Mansfield. Envision a long line of American flags, the red and white stripes gently flowing in […]


Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Often, experiences in life become the reason a person excels at their profession. Take, for example, Jill Allen, Burleson branch manager for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. “I bought a house in 1995, and it was a horrible experience. Having my down payment and closing costs change by $2,000 at the last minute was hard,” […]


Black & Bitter Coffee and Books relies on Now Magazines for driving sales

Black & Bitter Coffee and Books in Duncanville, Texas offers a community coffee shop experience where those who love both coffee and books can gather and share their interests. Founder Bryan Kaeser says advertising in Southwest Now has driven traffic to the newly-opened business and continues to provide a reliable tool for attracting new […]


Albra Dewyn L.L.C. sees explosive sales

Alwyn Dowell, Sr. says advertising in Southwest Now Magazine has been an asset for his business. “Since advertising in the Southwest NOW Magazine for the last several of months and especially after the business featured this month, my retail sales have exploded and new customers have signed up for our exclusive shampoo,  scalp massage […]