Education

Woodlands Christian’s Summer Interns Connect a School Community

It is back-to-school season at The Woodlands Christian Academy, but Upper School students Andrew Cockrill, Joey Orr, Jack Janiszewski, Knox Trevathan, Chloe Welch, and Paul Formica have essentially never left. They have spent their summer on campus as technology interns, and Andrew and Chloe are back for a second year.“This internship has changed the way I see technology in schools. I previously didn’t realize how much work goes into setting up iPads and MacBooks for hundreds of students and...

Arts + Culture

A Cultivated Wonder

The Woodlands Children’s Museum Inspires Learning Through Art and Play Article by Kelly Twedell | Photography by Provided In 2001, a group of local Woodlands moms perceived an unmet need within the community: a children’s museum. Thanks to the commitment of these women, The Woodlands Children's Museum began in 2005 as a 501c3 "museum on the move," landing in charitable spaces, from Market Street to The Woodlands Mall, and finally its current home in the Panther Creek shopping center. Its...

Arts + Culture

Painting What Matters

Artist Regina Lyubovnaya on Children, Animals, and Connection Through Art Article by Dawn Allen | Photography by Provided “Painting is a pursuit of intelligence,” says Regina Lyubovnaya. For this artist and educator, painting is a process of discovery, each layer bringing her closer to the form her vision demands. It’s a philosophy that has shaped her more than 25-year career. But Lyubovnaya’s path didn’t begin with the certainty of a child prodigy. Rather, it was a slow awakening—a quiet...

Health + Wellness

Beyond Medicine

How Houston’s Newest Cancer Center is Rewriting the Future of Children’s Healthcare Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Texas Children's Hospital In the heart of Houston’s world-renowned Texas Medical Center, a quiet revolution is unfolding—one that should change the lives of children and families for generations to come. It doesn’t roar like a jet or glimmer like a new skyscraper. Its power lies in compassion, collaboration, and an unwavering belief in the future. That future now has a...

Life + Culture

On the Rise

The Woodlands Sees a New Generation of Young Entrepreneurs Article by Travis Hager | Photography by Provided There was a time when teenage work meant mowing lawns, paper routes, or lifeguarding under the blazing sun. But in The Woodlands today, a quiet shift is taking place: a generation of students are building real businesses—not just side hustles—for real clients. Among these young entrepreneurs is Evan Turner, founder of Omega Automotive Detailing, a full-service automobile detailing...

Entertainment

Choose Your Own Indoor Adventure

Two Local Teens Review Brkthrough, Zero Latency, and The Game Preserve Article by Alex Gray | Photography by Provided While the summer heat still has its grip upon us, playing outdoors may or may not be on your teen’s weekend agenda. But, thankfully, that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. In The Woodlands, one just needs to know where to look—or, rather, which cluster of trees to look beyond. With that same spirit of adventure, we sent two local teens to scout three indoor gaming facilities...

Entertainment

It All Began With Earl

The 100-Year History of the Beloved Houston Zoo Article by Michelle Leigh Smith | Photography by Houston Zoo On the edge of downtown in the early 1900s, the historic Kellum-Noble house, built in 1847, was home to Houston’s first zoo—a collection of rabbits, black bears, capuchin monkeys, prairie dogs, and more. In 1920, a bison named Earl—donated by the federal government—joined the growing collection of animals, leading Houstonians to begin earnestly talking about expanding the zoo. In 1921...

Health + Wellness

Paws & Purpose

Texas Children’s Child Life Specialist CJ Canlas and Facility Dog Cohen Offer Comfort in Patient Care Article by Alex Gray | Photography by Texas Children's Hospital With the construction of the Kinder Children’s Cancer Center underway, Texas Children’s is continuing its pursuit of the best possible care for young patients. But a lesser-known part of that mission involves Certified Child Life Specialist CJ Canlas and her facility dog, Cohen. Different from volunteer therapy dogs, facility dogs...

Travel

Pet Care Peace of Mind

Three Local Pet Care Options Help You Travel Stress-Free Article by Heather Davis | Photography by Provided With a variety of dog parks, water stations, and pet-friendly areas, it’s clear that furry friends are an integral part of The Woodlands community. But where do you turn when you need someone to take care of your animals? As any pet owner knows, investing in a pet care facility or sitter can be a significant decision. You don’t want to entrust your pets to just any company, especially...

Home Services

A Restorative Retreat, Reimagined

When a homeowner in Spring, TX realized her primary suite no longer reflected the life she leads today, she turned to Terravista Interior Design Group for a complete transformation.Led by principal designer Sherry Millien, the project was rooted in a simple yet powerful goal: to create a peaceful space that gave something back. “Our clients carry a lot — professionally and personally. We believe their homes should help restore what life takes out,” says Millien.The original bedroom and bathroom...