Home + Design

Home For The Holidays

Story Built Homes helps Conroe families create spaces to build memories. Article by Chris Staples ’Tis the season in Conroe, a chill on the lake, Loved ones gather, new memories to make. A Story Built Home with tinsel and lights Makes the perfect place for magical nights. In Conroe, winter does not need snow to feel like a storybook. It arrives with the scent of cinnamon and pine, the glow of Lake Conroe’s Christmas Boat Parade, and the sound of laughter drifting from porches lined with...

Arts + Culture

The Giving Flower

A Local Writer, Alda Dobbs, Reveals the Legendary Secrets of the Poinsettia Article by Kevin Bratton | Photography by Kevin Bratton & provided Just in time for the holidays our local, award winning author Alda P. Dobbs unwraps her new book “ The Giving Flower. ”  The illustrations are warm, vibrant, and creative.  The poinsettias legend is rooted deeply in Mexico’s culture starting way back with the Aztecs.  Really, it’s a weeds to riches story.  The mysterious evolution of this now globally...

Professional Services

Celebrating A Howl Free Holiday

Calm training builds trust between dogs and families the season. Article by Chris Staples | Photography by provided When Aaron Tolman’s dogs came home from a month-long board and train program with no improvement, frustration quickly turned to curiosity. “We spent a fortune, and the dogs came back the same,” he says. “That’s when I started wondering what really makes training work.” At the time, Tolman was running a different business entirely. But one conversation with a fellow entrepreneur...

Finance + Legal Services

Helpful Hints, Businesses Filing 1099-NECs

An often missed tip that could lower your taxes. Article by Andie Monet | Photography by Provided As year-end approaches, getting prepared is crucial for avoiding late or non-filings. 1. What the 1099-NEC Is: This form reports payments made to nonemployees —like contractors, freelancers, or vendors—who’ve been paid $600 or more for services during the year. No need to file if a contractor earned less. 2. Who Should Receive One: Any contractor that you PAID $600+ in the calendar year...

Shopping

Fun Gift Giving for the Season

Pickleball to BBQing meals, look at these clever gifting gadgets Article by Andie Monet | Photography by Provided FOR PICKLEBALL ENTHUSIASTS The ScoreButts Scorekeeper keeps matches clear and organized. Ideal for all players so games run smoothly, efficiently and players stay focused, and competition stays fair and fun. FOR OUTDOOR BBQ & EATING The Clip N Rip Portable Paper Towel Holder makes cleanup effortless anywhere. Its sturdy clip fits surfaces up to 2 inches thick—perfect for...

Arts + Culture

Texas Renaissance Festival Revels On

Knights, feasts, and music continue to enchant visitors near Conroe this fall. Article by Chris Staples | Photography by The Texas Renaissance Festival Step Back in Time: The Texas Renaissance Festival Calls The Texas Renaissance Festival is still underway, just a short drive from Conroe, and the gates remain open through November. Families step into a living storybook where jousting knights, bustling markets, and savory turkey legs set the scene. Each themed weekend, from Oktoberfest to...

Wellness

Conroe Patients Thank Lone Star for Compassionate Care

Generations of patients voice gratitude for care that uplifts, heals, and strengthens Conroe’s community. Article by Chris Staples In Conroe, healthcare can often feel out of reach for families struggling with costs or limited access. Lone Star Family Health Center stands as a lifeline, delivering comprehensive care with a mission rooted in community. A Path to Purpose For CEO Karen Harwell, the road to healthcare leadership began far from medicine. With a background in finance and auditing...

Arts + Culture

Discover Conroe’s True Colours

Polished palettes to personal style: House of Colour Conroe empowers women to radiate confidence, exude glamour, and feel grateful for their elevated sense of style. Article by Chris Staples | Photography by Provided In our vibrant Conroe community, life moves fast. Between careers, family, and enjoying all our area offers, it’s easy for personal style to become an afterthought. For many women, the feeling is familiar: a closet full of clothes, yet nothing to wear. It’s a common frustration...

Wellness

Living in Alignment

Building healthier lives in Conroe through personalized chiropractic care at HealthSource of Harper’s Preserve. Article by Chris Staples When Ryan Eisenbath and his wife moved back from Southeast Asia, they carried more than memories of travel. They brought a deep appreciation for holistic, non-traditional medicine and a determination to build something meaningful for their community. This fall, that vision came to life with the opening of HealthSource of Harper’s Preserve in Conroe, a...

Life + Culture

Honoring Specialist Joey Lenz

A highway dedication in Willis carries one mother’s mission forward Article by Chris Staples | Photography by Melanie Hall-Fisher The banks of Lewis Creek Reservoir in Willis were quiet as the community gathered. A new green highway sign was unveiled:  SPC Joey Lenz Memorial Highway . Stretching from Interstate 45 North to Lake Conroe along FM 1097, the designation now stands as both a landmark and a lasting reminder of a young soldier's service. Honoring a local son Specialist Joseph...