Health + Wellness

Providing Loving Care

Mother, daughter duo's business offers skilled and personal home healthcare Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by CL Staff and Provided Holiday visits with family are a standard time for people to realize that their loved ones require a bit more help than they used to, so if you are currently looking for a home healthcare provider, you are not alone. The team at Interim Healthcare here in Conroe is one you should put at the top of your list. Katie Wenglikowski has been a nurse for 19...

Life + Culture

Loving the Hike

A journey to inspire adventure in local woman Article by CL Staff | Photography by Provided For Melanie Michaelchuk, the great outdoors isn’t just a destination—it’s a way of life. As a personal trainer, digital content creator, and blog writer, Melanie has channeled her passion for nature into a mission: to inspire others to explore the beauty of the natural world and reap its physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. Melanie leads hikes for the Lonestar Hiking Trail Club and serves on the...

Health + Wellness

Go Red for Women

Support American Heart Month in February Article by Shannon Barghols | Photography by provide by American Heart Association I’ll be wearing my favorite red jacket on Friday, February 7th, for National Wear Red Day®. The American Heart Association (AHA) is encouraging the women of Woodforest to Go Red for Women® to raise awareness of the number one killer of women: cardiovascular disease. For more than 20 years, the American Heart Association’s signature initiative, Go Red for Women, has met...

Entertainment

Ryder Grimes:

A Little Old-School, a Little Modern Article by Amy Barnett | Photography by Provided Hailing from Poetry, Texas, Ryder Grimes is a multi-award-winning singer whose musical style blends the soul and authenticity of classic country with a modern twist. Raised on a mix of ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s country music, Grimes has honed a sound that reflects both the legends who inspired him and his own unique voice. “I aim to use the talent God gave me to be creative and build something that is uniquely...

Life + Culture

Get Rodeo Ready

Cavender's in Conroe has everything ya'll need this Rodeo Season Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Melonhead Photo Buckle up, it's rodeo time! This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The rodeo runs from March 4th to March 23rd, but festivities kick off in Conroe on February 22nd with the Go Texan Parade. So there is no time like the present to rustle up your attire. This year, we went to Cavender's Boot City in Conroe to learn what everyone...

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...