In Spring-Klein, The Ear Nose Throat Allergy Sinus & Snoring Center and Ideal Wellness—share more than just a building. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Dr. Franklin and Julie Douglis, these two clinics are rooted in the belief that optimizing a person’s life requires treating the entire person, not just individual symptoms. The background Dr. Frankin Douglis…
Established in 1890 as Farmers and Merchants National Bank in Abilene, First Financial Bank has grown to encompass 79 locations across Texas, providing a blend of big-bank resources with the personalized service of a community bank. First Financial has remained committed to fostering strong relationships with its clients, no matter how big or small the…
What began as a leap of faith into business ownership has grown into a trusted name in home comfort across the Houston area. Aire Serv of Houston Northwest was the first of several franchise locations launched by Kristin and Joseph Severson, whose journey into HVAC began with their family-run business in 2009. Aire Serv of…
When Blue Lion Pub first opened its doors in 2020, it had one goal: to be more than just another bar. Founder Wesley Cordova wanted to create a place where people shared stories over drinks, strangers became regulars and community meant something real. Then the pandemic hit. Rather than close, Cordova and his team dug…
A nationwide shortage of refrigerant cylinders is putting pressure on heating, ventilation and air conditioning contractors and homeowners alike, causing delays, price increases and increased anxiety as summer approaches. While there is no shortage of refrigerant itself, the specialized 20-pound cylinders, which are essential for transporting and storing the new refrigerants, are in critically short…
On April 30, Montgomery ISD students pulled down a dark blue sheet to unveil a new county historical marker in front of Montgomery Elementary School. The marker commemorated 100 years of the district’s history. Looking back What is now 9,000 students and 11 different schools started out as one school building when the district was…
When a pet needs urgent care at 2 a.m., the last thing pet owners want is to walk into a clinic full of strangers. At Sunset 24/7 Animal Hospital, not only is a skilled veterinary team always available, but the faces patients see in an emergency are the same ones guiding each pet’s routine care.…
Conroe ISD Superintendent Curtis Null was named the lone finalist in the search for the Lake Travis ISD superintendent at a special meeting of the LTISD board of trustees on May 1. Former LTISD Superintendent Paul Norton’s letter of resignation was approved during a special board meeting Feb. 7, as reported by Community Impact. Norton…
A majority of 28 school districts in the Greater Houston area saw a drop in the percentage of bilingual emergent students enrolled during the 2024-25 school year compared to the previous year, according to Texas Education Agency data released March 14. The TEA defines emergent bilingual as “a student who is in the process of…
A new independent bookstore is coming to Montgomery, co-owner Sydney Walker confirmed. What we know The Dusted Shelf Bookstore, co-owned by mother-daughter duo Sydney and Gretchen Walker, is set to open next week, Sydney Walker said. The bookstore will have a variety of genres, including fantasy, sci-fi, romance, mystery, thriller, general fiction and classic literature,…