Life + Culture

Cody Johnson, Authentically Country

Artist, entertainer, uncompromising deal maker, this is one cowboy determined to leave his mark! Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Jay Trevino, Chris Douglas, Chris Neave Cody Johnson longs to be instrumental in country music's future, a goal he is well on his way to achieving, but that's a million miles from where he started. Cody began playing music in small town honky tonks across Texas, including a few right here in Montgomery County. Now that he is topping the charts, winning...

Sports + Recreation

Lake Conroe Park Reopens

Big Dreams And Bigger Smiles Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Travis Hager & Provided There’s something timeless about a lakeside afternoon—kids laughing as they race into the water, parents lounging beneath a cabana, and the smell of sunscreen mingling with summer air. This is the atmosphere being lovingly revived at Lake Conroe Beach Park , a once-closed local gem now reopening under the visionary leadership of Leroy Herbert and family. Together with the team behind 1097...

Auto + Marine

The Future Has Arrived

How Tesla’s Full Self-Driving is Redefining the Open Road Article and Photography by Travis Hager It’s a crisp spring Monday morning in Conroe, and the hum of innovation rides silently through the air — smooth, confident, electric. Slide into the driver’s seat of a Tesla Model S, not so much to take control as to grant it. With a soft chime and a tap of the center screen, Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system awakens, ready to carry me 240 miles northwest to Fort Worth — no hands required. ...

Event Planning + Services

Throw a Themed House Party

Achievable results with as much or little effort as your life allows Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Provided Themed parties are all the rage this year, and the themes can be as elaborate or as simple as your time, taste, and effort level allows. Here's your first tip: Don't let the idea of picking a theme intimidate you. It can be as easy as simply picking a color. Color Parties  (examples: Monochrome Magic, where everything is one single color, to Rainbow Revelry, where...

Life + Culture

Notable Woman

Recognition for some well deserving area Ladies! Article by Michelle Leigh Smith | Photography by Melonhead Photo Unstoppable, visionary, unpredictable, connector of ideas—these words come to mind when describing this fearless group of five. Each distinguished woman featured here has forged her own path while keeping their prospective wagon on track. As we hit the spring of 2025, Conroe boasts a burgeoning number of women-owned businesses. In 2017, more than six million women worked in...

Real Estate

Building A New Chapter

Chastity White & Laurie Coton are working on new "story's" for Conroe Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Melonhead Photo & Provided In the metaphorical heart of Conroe, a collaboration is reshaping the landscape of custom homebuilding. Story Built Homes, under the visionary leadership of Chastity White, and Coton House, guided by Laurie Coton's expertise, combine their talents to craft residences that blend structural integrity with personalized elegance. This partnership is not merely...

Real Estate

Country Charm Meets Modern Comfort on 2.46 Acres

This beautifully remodeled one-story, four-bedroom, two-bathroom home on 2.46 acres blends country charm with modern updates! Privacy and peaceful surroundings! The spacious family room features a gas log fireplace, custom built-ins and large windows overlooking the sparkling pool. The kitchen boasts a granite island, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, walk-in pantry and ample storage—ideal for entertaining. A formal dining room and cozy sitting area enhance the home’s inviting feel. The...

Food + Beverage

Southern Star Brewery

A Pioneering Business, Investing in the Community and Your Taste Buds! Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Travis Hager & Provided As the Texas sun begins to shine a little brighter, Southern Star Brewing Company in Conroe is ready to welcome guests and is fully invested in having an exciting spring and summer season. After a chilly winter and months of extensive renovations, the beloved brewery is poised for a massive year, bringing fresh energy, enhanced facilities, and, of course...

Life + Culture

The Impact of Investing in Community

Honoring the Vision: The Woodlands Hills gets it's First Church Article by Dawn Allen | Photography by Provided There are many ways to invest in your hometown, but it helps to start with a good plan. Building on the success of the vibrant community of The Woodlands, developer Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. has embarked on another extraordinary development. Inspired by the vision of The Woodlands' founder, George Mitchell, The Woodlands Hills embraces the essence of a genuine hometown where...

Arts + Culture

National Youth Theater

Supporting Area Youth to Shine in Meaningful Ways! Article by Jennifer Solomon | Photography by Provided National Youth Theater (NYT) is a performing arts organization serving the youth of the North Houston area. It recently celebrated its 10-year anniversary. When the program began in 2014, it only had one camp for a handful of students. Since then, it has evolved into a Christian nonprofit organization with 10 camps, 9 productions, and NYT Studio classes that serve hundreds of young artists...