Finance + Legal Services

Get To Know Them

Better Bookkeepers Invests in the community while helping you invest in yourself! Article by Staff | Photography by Provided Better Bookkeepers is physically located in The Woodlands, but it serves the entire county and is big on community service. Before becoming Montgomery County’s Treasurer in 2018, Melanie Bush was already the visionary and driving force behind Better Bookkeepers, a full-service, independent bookkeeping firm that helps business owners and non-profits overcome their...

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...

Arts + Culture

Take Local Art Home

The Greater Conroe Arts Festival highlights the variety of talent the area has to offer Article by Staff | Photography by Provided Look around your home. If you see a space that needs some art to set the mood and define your style, or if you are looking for a family activity that can inspire you or your child, then we have just the event for you: The Greater Conroe Arts Festival. The festival, a cornerstone event of the Greater Conroe Arts Alliance since 1993, showcases Montgomery County's...

Home + Design

Quality Bathroom Trends

Bath Pro's Rob Black says beautiful tile should be covering quality parts and workmanship Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by The Tile Shop Tile and fixtures offer a plethora of options when it is time to update your bath, but make sure you are not just following trends but the advice of a qualified professional. Failing to do so can cost you dearly.  Places like The Tile Shop can provide the perfect visuals to wrap your project in all the trending styles, but first, we need to...

Home + Design

Livable Remodel Trends

Finding the balance between what's new and what's you. Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Provided Let's be honest: no matter how much we love our homes and their decor, as the seasons change, new products, innovations, and designs will eventually catch our attention. What once felt perfect may now need a refresh.   Ronald Enriquez, owner of Classic Floors and More , has been connecting good people with quality products for decades in Montgomery County. His expertise goes beyond...

Home + Design

Redefining Luxury

Houston Based Nina Magon Studio's bold rebrand and global expansion Article by Alison Kartevold | Photography by Nina Magon Studio The Nina Magon Studio's client list encompasses individuals and companies from Conroe to Dallas and Houston to Milan. Now Nina Magon, an internationally renowned designer in Houston celebrated for her visionary collaborations with luxury brands such as Balmain and Saks Fifth Avenue, has unveiled a complete rebranding of her namesake studio. This comprehensive...

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...