Blended and Blessed Protein Bar is now open along Hwy. 105 in Montgomery, owner Melissa Robertson confirmed. “We recently moved to the area and honestly every time we came over to Montgomery, everyone was so nice and welcoming,” Robertson said. “So we found a spot to make our dream of owning a small business come…
Montgomery County commissioners are set to begin work on the county’s fiscal year 2026-27 budget, with a proposed calendar that lays out months of department meetings, public presentations, budget workshops and a final adoption date Sept. 8. What you need to know The budget calendar launched the FY 2026-27 process April 9, with a formal…
Montgomery County Commissioners Court on April 9 dug into what could come next for the Montgomery County Jail, as county leaders weighed options ranging from a new facility to an expansion of the existing jail. Commissioners moved with contingencies to look into building a new jail, and discussion began a deeper look at what officials…
Editor’s note: This story is breaking and will be updated. Nearly eight months after a Democratic walkout over congressional redistricting, a GOP-led Texas House committee moved to charge 52 of their Democratic colleagues up to $8,354.25 each in fines. After roughly six hours in a closed-door executive session, the House Administration Committee approved the fines…
In a world where smartphones and life-saving medications depend on a complex web of global movement, the question isn’t whether supply chains matter—it’s who will lead them. That’s the driving force behind San Jacinto College’s new Bachelor of Applied Technology in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, a four-year degree designed to meet one of the…
For many Houstonians, banking is a chore—waiting in line, juggling confusing accounts or calling customer service for answers. Good news, The MINT National Bank is working to change that. Since opening in 2009, this Kingwood-based community bank has built a modern, customer-first approach that blends technology with personal service, while growing to $400 million in…
For many, saving money isn’t about discipline—it’s about getting started. Setting aside large sums can feel overwhelming, especially with everyday expenses. That’s the gap Community Resource Credit Union aimed to close with its new CoRe Ownership Account—a tool designed to make saving feel like a part of daily life. Saving money reimagined Unlike traditional savings…
Life at The Highlands by Caldwell Communities is defined by time spent on the trails, neighbors gathering lakeside and a strong sense of community. Through April 30, visitors can experience it firsthand during the All Trails Lead Home Tour & Spring Sales Event, showcasing move-in ready homes and added perks. Developed by Caldwell Communities, The…
For more than 80% of Texas schools, an A-F accountability rating hinges on one factor: results from the single, high-stakes STAAR test. These ratings are used by the state to evaluate campus performance and inform decisions about instruction, interventions, and public reporting. Because of its central role in Texas education, the A-F accountability system has…
For more than 80% of Texas schools, an A-F accountability rating hinges on one factor: results from the single, high-stakes STAAR test. These ratings are used by the state to evaluate campus performance and inform decisions about instruction, interventions, and public reporting. Because of its central role in Texas education, the A-F accountability system has…