Food + Beverage

The Capital Grille

The Woodlands Newest Steakhouse Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Bex Wood/Provided The Woodlands, Texas, just expanded its culinary landscape with the recent grand opening of The Capital Grille on March 9th, 2025. This esteemed fine-dining establishment is poised to become a cornerstone of the community, offering not only exceptional cuisine but also a steadfast commitment to local engagement and investment. Managing Partner Steve Joest expressed enthusiasm about integrating into The...

Education

Mentorship: An Investment in the Future

At Executive Women’s Alliance, Students Take Ownership of Their Success Article by Dawn Allen | Photography by Provided We are pleased to showcase the Executive Women’s Alliance (EWA), a not-for-profit organization in Montgomery County that is making a profound impact on the lives of young women. EWA is a dynamic network of professional, managerial, and executive women dedicated to mentoring and empowering the next generation. In 2007, EWA launched the Women of Vision (WOV) Mentoring Program...

Arts + Culture

Painting the Town Bright!

How The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival Financially Impacts Lives in the Community Article by Heather Davis | Photography by Mauricio Ramirez, Thomas Wargin Every spring, the Woodlands buzzes with anticipation for The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival. This year is especially exciting as they celebrate their 20th anniversary. Lined up along the waterway in an outdoor gallery, visitors can explore roughly 200 artists’ tents and experience the incredible variety of art offered by artists all...

Beauty

Quality over Quantity

Investing in Fashion That Transcends the Trends Article by Jamie Spikerman | Photography by Provided/Bex Wood In a world where fast fashion dominates, investing in quality pieces is more than just a style choice - it’s a commitment to sustainability, longevity, and timeless elegance. Investing in a wardrobe of well-made, ethically sourced garments not only benefits the planet but also proves to be a smarter financial decision in the long run. From reducing waste and supporting fair labor...

Arts + Culture

Artist Thomas Wargin

The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival's Featured Artist Article by Heather Davis | Photography by Mauricio Ramirez From a young age, Thomas was a highly creative child. Growing up in the foster care system with little to play with, he used his imagination to transform discarded goods into unique playthings. In third grade, he received his first award by creating a race car as a drawing out of discarded paper scraps. “That early gesture of gratitude for my creativity set my path for the future.”...

Finance + Legal Services

Protecting Generational Wealth

Estate Planning Article by Denman Moody | Photography by Provided Throughout my career, I have helped hundreds of wealthy families navigate the estate planning process.  Now, my focus is on estate conservation for high-net-worth individuals, as I have identified a key strategy that can preserve hundreds of thousands and even millions of dollars for those wishing to pass their wealth to their spouse and descendants.  Starting January 1, 2026, the federal estate tax exemption reverts to around...

Health + Wellness

The Blue Zone Blueprint

The real secrets to a longer life Article by Jean Ciampi/Jo Hammon | Photography by Provided In certain regions of the world, people are living exceptionally long and productive lives. Many are seeing birthdays well past age 80, some even to 100-years and older. Known as “blue zones,” a name derived by scientists during the original surveys who used a blue pen to mark villages with long-lived populations, these areas are spread throughout the world but have a defined list of commonalities...

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...

Arts + Culture

Sandee June’s “Hurricane” storms the Texas country charts with a powerful debut

Rising Texas country artist Sandee June is making waves with her latest single, “Hurricane,” which has become her highest-debuting song on Texas radio. The soulful country rendition of Levon Helm’s classic debuted at No. 50 on the Texas Regional Radio Report and, in just four weeks, has surged to No. 29—a testament to the song’s impact and June’s unique way of captivating her audience with her traditional country sound.“‘Hurricane’ is such a special song to me, and I am beyond thrilled to see...

Food + Beverage

The Woodlands Restaurant Review: Kokoro Handroll Bar

After opening three new concepts in as many months, Duckstache Hospitality has set an ambitious pace, and its latest venture—Kokoro Handroll Bar—proves that momentum shows no signs of waning. Making its debut in The Woodlands Town Center on March 10th, this marks the first time Texas has seen an evolution of the acclaimed Houston sushi concept since its expansion to Dubai. True to its name, Kokoro—meaning ‘heart’ in Japanese—delivers an intimate, immersive dining experience where sushi-making...