Back in 2016, Erin Napier and her husband, Ben Napier, embarked on a mission to breathe new life into their hometown of Laurel, Mississippi, one house at a time. In the very first episode of Home Town, HGTV viewers were introduced to a couple named Ross and Laura Tew, who were on the hunt for a home in the historic city. Scroll down to uncover what happened to them after the cameras stopped rolling.
The Story of Ross and Laura Tew from ‘Home Town’
Ross and Laura were clear about what they wanted: a house with a story. They handed Erin and Ben a budget of $215,000, hoping for something special. What they got was way beyond what they could’ve imagined. The couple ended up purchasing a historic home for $142,500, which they entrusted Erin and Ben to transform into a modern masterpiece. One of the main reasons they fell in love with the house? That massive front porch they couldn’t wait to host gatherings on with friends and family.
The pilot episode didn’t just showcase Ross and Laura’s journey—it also introduced viewers to some of Erin and Ben’s close friends and the talented team behind their projects, including Josh Nowell and Mallorie Rasberry. Ben even gave fans a sneak peek into his workshop, where his incredible woodworking skills were on full display. It was a behind-the-scenes look that fans wouldn’t soon forget.
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Erin’s goal was simple yet profound: to make the house feel like Laura and Ross’ “forever home.” And that’s exactly what she and Ben delivered. When the couple stepped inside their newly renovated home, they were overwhelmed by emotion. The front porch was stunning, and inside, they were touched by the personal touches, like family photos hanging on the walls. Ross couldn’t contain his excitement as he explored the interior, exclaiming, "I love all of it." To top it off, Ben crafted a table from reclaimed wood from Ross’ family’s old log cabin, adding an extra layer of sentimentality. It was emotional, heartfelt, and just the beginning of Erin and Ben’s HGTV success story.
Where Are Ross and Laura Tew Today?
Fast forward just a few months after the pilot episode of Home Town aired, and Ross and Laura welcomed their first child together, daughter Abby Ruth Tew. Erin shared the exciting news on the Laurel Mercantile blog in May 2016, posting photos of the newborn. "Congratulations, Tew family of three!" she wrote, marking the start of a new chapter for the couple.
Ross has kept his Instagram account updated with countless photos and videos capturing Abby’s growth over the years. In a heartfelt caption from February 2020, he wrote, “Love this girl more than she will ever know!” alongside a sweet photo of his daughter. It’s clear that family remains at the heart of everything for Ross and Laura, just as it was when they first appeared on ‘Home Town.’
