The spelling-bee genes must run in the family. McCullough Junior High seventh-grader Shourav Dasari is a co-champion of the 2016 Houston Public Media Spelling Bee, a qualifier… Read more “Conroe ISD student heading to Scripps National Spelling Bee”
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Oak Ridge High School students design cargo bags, recipes to ship to NASA astronauts
Astronauts have a reputation for being at the cutting edge of human intelligence and pushing physical limitations. In space, all equipment has to be made according to… Read more “Oak Ridge High School students design cargo bags, recipes to ship to NASA astronauts”
4 tips to negotiate your way to a better financial aid package
Let’s face it: College can come with some serious sticker shock. Oftentimes, the strength of a financial aid package or scholarship offer can very well make or break… Read more “4 tips to negotiate your way to a better financial aid package”
Three arrested for two thefts at The Woodlands Mall
Three women were arrested in unrelated thefts at The Woodlands Mall recently. Two 18-year-olds were apprehended April 4 for theft. A deputy was dispatched to The Woodlands… Read more “Three arrested for two thefts at The Woodlands Mall”
Boys Soccer: Highlanders rack up All-District 16-6A honors
The Woodlands had a very successful season, picking up its ninth consecutive district title and making it to the regional finals in the UIL Class 6A playoffs. So… Read more “Boys Soccer: Highlanders rack up All-District 16-6A honors”
Track & Field: Piperi Is An International Power
Piperi started honing his throwing skills after youth football practices in elementary school with his dad. Fast-forward a few years and now he is the reigning IAAF… Read more “Track & Field: Piperi Is An International Power”
Baseball: UIL medical advisory committee recommends proposal to limit pitch counts and require specific days of rest after pitching
The University Interscholastic League has never set pitch limits for baseball players, but a rule is now in the works. The UIL’s medical advisory committee recommended Sunday the… Read more “Baseball: UIL medical advisory committee recommends proposal to limit pitch counts and require specific days of rest after pitching”
Baseball: Oak Ridge shows off power, outlasts Conroe
Oak Ridge showed off some of its firepower Tuesday night, scoring multiple runs with two big swings on its way to an 8-5 win over Conroe in… Read more “Baseball: Oak Ridge shows off power, outlasts Conroe”
Loss stings, but Highlanders happy with progress
The Woodlands boys soccer team came close to returning to the state tournament for the first time since 2010. Their playoff run ended with a 4-0 loss to… Read more “Loss stings, but Highlanders happy with progress”
Track and Field: Local athletes rack up titles in 16-6A field events
As the District 16-6A track and field championships officially got underway on Tuesday at Humble ISD’s Turner Stadium, several local athletes asserted their dominance, captured medals and… Read more “Track and Field: Local athletes rack up titles in 16-6A field events”
Teen suspect held in University of Texas freshman’s death
Their paths crossed on Sunday night, police said. University of Texas freshman Haruka Weiser wrapped up a class at the drama building about 9:30 p.m. She called a… Read more “Teen suspect held in University of Texas freshman’s death”
How to Make a Rainbow Reveal Cake
Whether you are celebrating a first birthday or a 99th birthday, this insanely clever cake will surprise your whole party. The Ultimate Birthday Surprise No matter how… Read more “How to Make a Rainbow Reveal Cake”
Cycling studio expands, The indoor cycling gym will open its new studio in The Woodlands this June
Ride Indoor Cycling plans to open its second Houston-area location this summer.The indoor cycling gym will open its new studio in The Woodlands’ Hughes Landing this June… Read more “Cycling studio expands, The indoor cycling gym will open its new studio in The Woodlands this June”
Theatre: Last weekend for Romeo and Juliet production at Owen Theatre
A different time and place provides an entertaining twist on this timeless classic. CONROE, Texas – Shakespeare’s classic drama of Romeo and Juliet takes to the stage… Read more “Theatre: Last weekend for Romeo and Juliet production at Owen Theatre”
Student taken by Life Flight after accident at Klein Collins HS
A ninth-grader fell from a second-floor balcony inside Klein Collins High School and was taken by Life Flight on Friday afternoon. Her condition remains unknown. Klein ISD… Read more “Student taken by Life Flight after accident at Klein Collins HS”
Cafe Express Market Street closes doors
Houston-based Cafe Express has shuttered its Woodlands location at Market Street. “We worked to renew the lease but it did not come through,” the company said in… Read more “Cafe Express Market Street closes doors”
Baseball: Fontenot shines as Highlanders take down Oak Ridge
An advantageous first inning, powered by Zach La Confora’s two-out double, proved to be more than enough offense for The Woodlands against Oak Ridge Tuesday night. Still,… Read more “Baseball: Fontenot shines as Highlanders take down Oak Ridge”
Girls Golf: Lady Highlanders, Bruner capture District 16-6A titles
The Woodlands continued to dominate the competition on Day 2 of the District 16-6A championships at High Meadow Ranch Golf Club, earning first- and second-place finishes in… Read more “Girls Golf: Lady Highlanders, Bruner capture District 16-6A titles”
Girls Golf: The Woodlands leads after Day 1 of district tournament
The Woodlands girls jumped out to a 14-stroke lead on the first day of competition at the District 16-6A Championships on Wednesday at High Meadow Ranch Golf… Read more “Girls Golf: The Woodlands leads after Day 1 of district tournament”
Bellaire High student among 3 killed, 1 injured after car collides with 18-wheeler in Corpus Christi
Three Houston teens were killed and another was injured in car crash Sunday just before 2 p.m. on Highway 77 near County Road 73 in Corpus Christi,… Read more “Bellaire High student among 3 killed, 1 injured after car collides with 18-wheeler in Corpus Christi”
