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    Work underway to link last Kuykendahl segment in Woodlands

    A Texas Department of Transportation project that will link a divided Kuykendahl Road in the Alden Bridge neighborhood of The Woodlands is on track for a spring… Read more “Work underway to link last Kuykendahl segment in Woodlands”

    January 7, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    29th Annual Taste of the Town to be held on January 29

    The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce’s 29th Annual Taste of the Town presented by Buckalew Chevrolet, LP and The Woodlands Convention & Visitors Bureau will be held… Read more “29th Annual Taste of the Town to be held on January 29”

    January 7, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Best Drugstore Colognes : 6 Classic Male Fragrances

    Every time I stroll down the men’s grooming aisle at my local drugstore to pick up some deodorant or Brylcreem, I can’t help but notice the shelves of colognes… Read more “Best Drugstore Colognes : 6 Classic Male Fragrances”

    January 6, 2015January 6, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    A Former Enron Chairman Is Selling His Woodlands, Texas Mansion For $14 Million

    A prominent leader in the Enron scandal of 2001, John Wing, is selling his enormous mansion in Texas for $14 million. Wing was a West Point graduate… Read more “A Former Enron Chairman Is Selling His Woodlands, Texas Mansion For $14 Million”

    January 5, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Close to $5.5 million earned by nine LSU football assistants the most in college football, USA Today reports

    The investment LSU puts into its football program extends beyond coach Les Miles’s salary and the expanded, 100,000-plus-seat Tiger Stadium. LSU assistant coaches are the highest paid… Read more “Close to $5.5 million earned by nine LSU football assistants the most in college football, USA Today reports”

    January 4, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    (video) Dr Stockton Interview Part 2

    January 2, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    (video) Part I – Conroe ISD Superintendent Dr. Don Stockton

    In Part 1 of a three-part exclusive interview with Woodlands Online, Dr. Don Stockton talks about how he came from a Purdue University to Superintendent of schools… Read more “(video) Part I – Conroe ISD Superintendent Dr. Don Stockton”

    January 2, 2015January 2, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Bride left at altar beats heartbreak with epic ‘Trash the Dress’ photo shoot

    When a bride was left at the altar, she decided to skip the pity party and destroy her wedding gown with friends and family in a “liberating”… Read more “Bride left at altar beats heartbreak with epic ‘Trash the Dress’ photo shoot”

    December 31, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    College Park HS coach injured in wreck

    High School coach Ryan Scott was badly injured in a 2-vehicle wreck on Christmas Day. Scott suffered a broken skull, collarbone, elbow and finger. Ryan and Bethany… Read more “College Park HS coach injured in wreck”

    December 30, 2014December 31, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    The cities with the largest homes

    American families tend to spend about a third of their annual income on housing. Yet, depending on their location and the level of the family’s income, home… Read more “The cities with the largest homes”

    December 29, 2014December 31, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Our brains are being ‘continuously reshaped’ by smartphone use

    Extensive use of smartphone touchscreens is changing the sensory relationship between our brains and our thumbs, a study published in Current Biology has revealed. The plasticity of… Read more “Our brains are being ‘continuously reshaped’ by smartphone use”

    December 24, 2014December 24, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Local restaurants open for dining and to go options on Christmas

    It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! With December 25th nearing, there are several restaurants in The Woodlands area that will be open on Christmas for… Read more “Local restaurants open for dining and to go options on Christmas”

    December 22, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Groundbreaking held for Embassy Suites at Hughes Landing

    The Howard Hughes Corporation® (NYSE: HHC) and its wholly-owned subsidiary, The Woodlands Development Company, along with Embassy Suites Hotel held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Embassy… Read more “Groundbreaking held for Embassy Suites at Hughes Landing”

    December 21, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    (video) WOODLANDS WOMAN REOPENING NATION’S LARGEST CLOSET FOR FUNDRAISER

    Last July, Good Morning America featured the world’s largest closet, and it just happens to be in The Woodlands, Texas. The homeowner, Theresa Roemer, knew opening her… Read more “(video) WOODLANDS WOMAN REOPENING NATION’S LARGEST CLOSET FOR FUNDRAISER”

    December 20, 2014December 20, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    TWHS student donates toys on behalf of Hasbro, challenges other to volunteer

    Ashley Davis, a junior at The Woodlands High School, is not only spreading joy, but she is making it this Christmas season. Davis, 17, applied and registered… Read more “TWHS student donates toys on behalf of Hasbro, challenges other to volunteer”

    December 18, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    NFHS Network and Under Armour Unite to Grow High School Sports Coverage

    To date, the high school sports landscape and its coverage has largely been left on the periphery. There’s been a gradual introduction and inclusion of this programming… Read more “NFHS Network and Under Armour Unite to Grow High School Sports Coverage”

    December 17, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Gatti’s pizza employee shot in face during Sunday night robbery on Rayford Road

    Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a robbery that occurred Sunday night at a Gatti’s pizza restaurant in Spring, where two men held employees at gunpoint… Read more “Gatti’s pizza employee shot in face during Sunday night robbery on Rayford Road”

    December 15, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Theater: A Christmas Carol: The Broadway Musical

    Enjoyed a great performance by the talented cast of “A Christmas Carol: The Broadway Musical” live at the Owen Theater. Performances Dec. 5 through 21. For ticket or… Read more “Theater: A Christmas Carol: The Broadway Musical”

    December 14, 2014December 14, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Football: Cavaliers raise funds for Korey McNeal

    Every year around the holidays, the College Park High School football program raises money to buy toys for underprivileged youth and families in the Houston area so… Read more “Football: Cavaliers raise funds for Korey McNeal”

    December 13, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    High-speed police pursuit of robbery suspect down Woodlands Parkway ends in wreck

    A high-speed car chase in The Woodlands Friday night led to the arrest of a robbery suspect, who allegedly was driving the stolen vehicle of the victim.The… Read more “High-speed police pursuit of robbery suspect down Woodlands Parkway ends in wreck”

    December 13, 2014 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

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