MEET YOUR STANDARD

A publication
with a hometown heart.

The Satsuma Valley Standard brings together the people, businesses, schools, and events that make Silsbee and our surrounding communities feel like home.

Our weekly magazine makes room for the everyday stories that matter: a new storefront, a student’s next chapter, a team’s hard-earned win, and the traditions that bring neighbors together.

Get to know us, one issue at a time

Our neighbors.

The familiar faces and new voices shaping our community.

Our possibilities.

Celebrating students, small businesses, and the good growing here.

Our connections.

Making room for the events and traditions that bring us together.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PAGES

Meet the team.

Local people working together to share the stories, events, and voices of our community.

Portrait of Amy Miller

Director of Advertising

Amy Miller

Hi, I’m Amy Miller! A proud Kountze Lion, Class of ’99, who traded her lion’s roar for Tiger stripes! Since beginning my work journey in Silsbee in 2019, I’ve wholeheartedly embraced Tiger Nation and fallen in love with this community and most importantly, its people. I have a genuine passion for supporting local businesses, building meaningful relationships, and connecting people with opportunities and resources that help our entire community grow and thrive. I believe that when we work together, we create something far greater than anything we can accomplish alone. God, family, and friends are the heart of who I am. I'm blessed to share life with my high school sweetheart, incredibly proud of our grown children, and happiest when soaking up every precious moment with our grandbabies. I treasure genuine connections, new friendships, and the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others. I'm a firm believer in embracing change, encouraging growth, and creating new opportunities while never forgetting the history, traditions, and people who built the strong foundation we stand on today. To me, community is more than where we live or work. It's the relationships we build, the history we honor, and the legacy we leave for generations to come. And I'm grateful to be a small part of Silsbee.

Portrait of Bobbi Marble

Writer/ Special Sections Director

Bobbi Marble

Bobbi was born and raised in Silsbee, Texas where she married her high school crush, John, and is currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science while working a full time retail job. She is a content writer/podcast host for Satsuma Valley including works such as Listen Closely, Roots and Remedies, and Margins of Life.

Bobbi is an avid reader, animal lover, plant enthusiast, and collector of hobbies. She enjoys all things creative, from books and storytelling to gaming, crafting, and discovering new interests. Bobbi is happiest with a good book, a new project, something growing, or simply finding something new to enjoy and believes life doesn’t have to be extraordinary to be interesting.

Portrait of Chris Glenn

Devotionalist/Columnist

Chris Glenn

Chris Glenn is an ordained community service chaplain and a full-time seminarian focusing on ancient Middle Eastern languages, textual analysis, and theology. He has traveled and studied around the world and integrates these experiences into his critical analysis.

Portrait of Jill Poskey

Journalist

Jill Poskey

Jill Poskey is a proud Silsbee native, wife, and educator with a heart for serving others. A 2015 graduate of Silsbee High School, Jill now serves as a Dual Credit Paraprofessional, where she is passionate about helping students recognize their potential and create opportunities for their future.

Jill was honored to be named a member of the Southeast Texas Young Professionals 40 Under 40 Class of 2026, recognizing her work, heart, and involvement in her community. She believes in the power of community, building meaningful relationships, and supporting the people and businesses that make Southeast Texas feel like home.

Portrait of John Marble

Owner/Editor of Satsuma Valley

John Marble

Born and raised in Silsbee, Texas, John Marble has a passion for bringing people together, telling meaningful stories, and making a positive impact in his community.

As the founder of Satsuma Valley Studios and the Satsuma Valley Standard, John has turned his love for journalism, entertainment, and community involvement into a mission to celebrate the people and businesses that make Southeast Texas special.

From organizing large community events to producing local media and sharing the stories that matter, John believes that everyone has a story worth telling.

John is happily married to his wife, Bobbi Marble, and when he's not working on his next big project, he enjoys spending quality time with her and their beloved furbabies. Family, faith, and community are at the heart of everything he does.

His mission is simple: Bring people together, spread positivity, and always remember that local people, local stories, and local heart are what make a community strong.

Portrait of Lesliekay Luna

Brand Content Officer

Lesliekay Luna

Born and raised in Silsbee, Texas, Lesliekay is a small-town girl with a creative spirit, a deep love for her community, and a heart that will forever belong to the coast. As Brand Content Officer for Satsuma Valley Studios, she brings together her passion for digital design, media, publishing, storytelling, and community connection. Outside of her creative work, Lesliekay has spent the past 14 years shaping little minds as a preschool teacher, a role that reflects her love for people and the impact of meaningful connections. She's also a proud mom to one daughter, affectionately known to many as "Tiger Jim." Around town, you can usually find her spending Friday nights under the lights at Tiger Stadium, Saturdays at car meets, or enjoying a little time cruising and traveling. A true Silsbee Tiger at heart, she bleeds maroon and white, but her soul belongs to the beach. With salt water in her veins and a camera-ready eye for life's little details, Lesliekay believes the best stories are often found right in your own backyard.

Portrait of Lexi Swindell

Director of Events/ Columnist

Lexi Swindell

Lexi Swindell serves as the Event Coordinator for Satsuma Valley and has been a proud member of the Silsbee community for the past nine years. She has a passion for bringing people together, turning creative ideas into memorable events, and celebrating the people and local businesses that make her small town special.

Outside of work, Lexi is a devoted mother of three with a soft spot for animals and a love for volunteering and creative projects. She enjoys kayaking, spending time on the water, and embarking on new adventures with her family.

Lexi is excited to help Satsuma Valley strengthen community connections and create more opportunities for people to come together, celebrate, and make lasting memories.

Portrait of Megan Harding

Writer/Devotionals

Megan Harding

Megan D. Harding is a wife and mother of three children, four cats, and one dog. She is a former teacher, published author, and youth minister at Agape House Church in Silsbee, Texas. Her husband, Aaron, is a former U.S. Marine and the manager of Church Fitness in Beaumont. Megan enjoys reading, writing novels, playing Dungeons & Dragons, and dancing her heart out at Zumba.

Portrait of Paul Sunderland

System Administrator

Paul Sunderland

As the website system administrator for the Satsuma Valley Standard, I oversee the technical operation and maintenance of the publication’s website. My role focuses on keeping the site reliable, accessible, and easy to navigate, supporting the Standard’s ability to share stories, information, and updates with its readers.

I am also the owner of Texas Systematic Solutions LLC and SETX Sign & Graphics. As a business owner, I understand the importance of dependable service, attention to detail, and professional presentation—values I bring to my work with the Standard.

In addition to managing the publication’s website, my company, SETX Sign & Graphics, prints the magazine’s hard-copy edition. This involvement allows me to support both the technical and production sides of the publication, contributing to how readers experience the Standard online and in print.

I take pride in helping the Satsuma Valley Standard reach its audience and strengthen its connection with the community. Through my work in website administration and print production, I am committed to supporting a professional publication that readers can access and enjoy in the format they prefer.

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