Newsboy Contributors

Lacey McDaniel

Founder, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

Lacey McDaniel is the Founder, Publisher, and Editor-in-Chief of The Newsboy Local Magazine. An artist, writer, and passionate advocate for the arts, she launched the magazine to celebrate the people, places, and creative spirit that define Central Texas. Through thoughtful storytelling and community-driven journalism, Lacey is committed to amplifying local voices, fostering meaningful connections, and strengthening the region's vibrant creative ecosystem. @hello.lacey.mcdaniel

Aunt Bolt

Designer & Amateur Everything-Elser

Aunt Bolt is our writer, designer, singer-songwriter, home-office drummer, podcast host, painter, professional creative chaos coordinator, and alter ego for The Newsboy Local Magazine. Fueled by coffee and feminism, she crafts stories, shoots pictures, and designs pages to celebrate the artists, musicians, and makers who make Central Texas shine. She believes great communities deserve great storytelling and a little creative mischief. @auntbolt

Desiree “Momma” Steele

“Elevated Kitchen” Columnist

Desiree “Momma” Steele is the mastermind behind the Elevated Kitchen brand, a storyteller through photography, writing, and food. Momma Steele's Elevated Kitchen is where curiosity, creativity, and bold flavors come together. Around here, there's always good music, a little dancing, and someone being handed a spoon to taste what's simmering on the stove. Every recipe tells a story, and everyone is welcome at her table. @desireesteele.art

Avery Bradt

“Where to Drop In” Columnist

Avery is our designer who got tired of watching single people get reduced to a swipe, so she built the antidote. Through her studio, Blue Bird Studios, she's spent years helping purpose-driven brands tell better stories. Drop In Dating is the one she built for her community: less algorithm, more magic, small crews, real venues, for low-pressure dates. The “Where to Drop In” column is her love letter to our city, one amazing spot at a time. Off the clock, she's usually chasing a good live set somewhere in town. When she's not scouting the next venue, she's out here proving that dating is better with backup. @dropindating

Sheila Bolt, MPH

“The Public Health Know-It-All” Columnist

Sheila Bolt is our resident public health know-it-all. With years of experience turning complex health topics into practical, understandable advice, she's passionate about helping people make informed decisions without the jargon or fearmongering. Whether she's busting health myths, sharing wellness tips, reminding us all to wash our hands, or watching scary movies, Sheila believes good information is one of the best forms of preventative medicine.

Disclaimer: She is not a trained medical professional; she just knows it all with a Master of Public Health.

Tyler Ogden

The Intern

Tyler is a San Marcos resident in love with the community, culture, and eccentricities that make it unique. While getting her Master's in Professional Studies for Publishing at George Washington University, she serves as “The Intern” for The Newsboy Local. She loves literature, live music, and crafting when she's not reporting on all-things Austin & more!