Health + Wellness

The Benefits of Pilates

Why It’s More Than Just a Workout Article by Shannon Barghols | Photography by Staff Jennifer Rubino and Natalie Luquette - the mother-daughter duo behind BODYBAR Pilates in Woodforest - are quick to point out that Pilates is more than just a fitness trend. It's a holistic workout that offers a wide range of physical and mental benefits. Whether you're new to exercise or an experienced athlete, Pilates can improve strength, flexibility, posture, and overall well-being.  At the heart of...

Sports + Recreation

Enjoying the Great "Competitive" Outdoors

Major League Fishing Returns to Lake Conroe Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Provided As the new year unfolds, reflecting on the goals that guide us forward and the fresh beginnings that may await is perfectly natural. Whether it's cultivating new habits or simply taking a moment to reconnect with what truly matters, the start of a fresh year invites us to reset and refocus. One of the most potent ways to do this is by stepping away from the distractions of daily life and immersing...

Health + Wellness

Major Moves

Lone Star Family Health Center Begins Using Year Long Expansion Article by Ian Garrett | Photography by Melonhead Photo In these days of staggering medical costs – sometimes high enough to bankrupt even the most financially responsible – and longer lives that come with more maladies tagging along, the need for medical relief on the body and wallet alike is greater than ever. Fortunately, Conroe has what amounts to the Florence Nightingale of such healthcare providers: the Lone Star Family...

Life + Culture

Montgomery County's Charitable Giving

Organizations and people that drive change and inspire others. Article by Shannon Barghols | Photography by Provided This is the time of year when most of us start thinking about helping those in need. Fortunately, there are a variety of nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County that think about this year-round, so you don't have to. No matter who you feel called to assist, Montgomery County likely has an organization already in place. Their leaders share a common bond: a commitment to...

Arts + Culture

Shop like Santa

Get through your list early then kick back like Santa on the 26th! Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Melonhead Photo If you are tired of heading to the mall when Santa heads for his sleigh, use one of these ideas to get past the stress and get on to celebrating Christmas. Concert Tickets:  Whether the person on your list is a crooner, a rocker, or a symphony fan, a pair of concert tickets can hit the right note. In Conroe, the Crighton and Owen theaters offer season tickets for...

Life + Culture

Seats for the Crighton

Local Theatre Fundraises to Update an Iconic Venue Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Provided Since the Crighton Theatre was built in 1934 by Harry M. Crighton, a Conroe druggist turned oil investor turned Mayor, its ornate architecture and commitment to showcasing the arts have made it a community icon. The theatre underwent a major renovation in 1979, and now, as it marks its 90th anniversary, it is due for another. A campaign to update the theatre’s seats is underway. It kicked...

Auto + Marine

Cars for Christmas!

Choose between a luxury SUV or Pickup as the ultimate gift for that special someone! Article and Photography by Travis Hager The quest for the perfect gift intensifies with the arrival of the holidays. This year, why not think big and surprise your loved ones with two of the most exciting vehicles on the market? Enter the Genesis GV80 and the Dodge Ram Laramie—two extraordinary gifts that cater to different tastes but share a common thread of excellence. The GV80 embodies luxury and...

Food + Beverage

Pie is the Limit

If making pies from scratch in not your thing, be thankful, there's help! Article by Staff | Photography by Mellonhead Photo The Pie in the Sky Pie Company is celebrating its 20th year in business. Its restaurant serves breakfast and lunch seven days a week, and of course, there are pies—lots of pies! If you are not a baker or just short on time, you can take advantage of owner Marlene Stubler's hard-earned experience this holiday season to take a little pressure off yourself and still...

Entertainment

Cole Hauser

Strengthening Texas Ties with new Bourbon Line Article by Erica Hernandez | Photography by Audrey Hall On screens, big or small, Cole Hauser is best known for his role as bad boy cowboy Rip Wheeler on the hit Western drama  Yellowstone . At long last, the drama returns for its fifth and final season on Paramount beginning November 10th. The show follows the turbulent saga of the Dutton family ranching empire as they defend their way of life at all costs, with Cole’s character often leading the...

Entertainment

Thriving with Deep Texas Roots

Lyle Lovett on the importance of family and opportunities. Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Provided In preparation for his sold-out concert at the Cynthia Woods Pavillion to honor The Woodlands Township's 50th-anniversary celebration, I was honored to join a discussion with Four-Time Grammy Award Winner Lyle Lovett. He generously spoke at length with Tonya Bulter of The Woodlands City Lifestyle and me about how his roots in the area have influenced him. Growing up in Klien, the...