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    Dr. Susan Elza Named UIL Director of Athletics

    Dr. Susan Elza has been hired as the University Interscholastic League Director of Athletics the League announced Monday. Elza, who was previously Executive Director of Athletics at… Read more “Dr. Susan Elza Named UIL Director of Athletics”

    July 20, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Admission 101: What You Need to Know

    It’s not your parents’ college search. Way back in the days of yore, high school students pored over college guidebooks the size of doorstops, actually used the… Read more “Admission 101: What You Need to Know”

    July 20, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    VIDEO: Surfer fights off shark attack during competition on live TV

    Three-time world surfing champion Mick Fanning was repeatedly punched an attacking shark and escaped unharmed during a competition in South Africa on Sunday, the entire event televised… Read more “VIDEO: Surfer fights off shark attack during competition on live TV”

    July 20, 2015July 20, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Mobile cafe to serve coffee with a cause

    The idea to start a mobile coffee bar business was born from the marriage of Dea and Ben Scogin‘s passions: helping make life better for foster children… Read more “Mobile cafe to serve coffee with a cause”

    July 19, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Township Parks and Recreation Director Chris Nunes earns national recognition

    The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) recently selected The Woodlands Township Director of Parks and Recreation Chris Nunes to receive the National Distinguished Professional Award. The… Read more “Township Parks and Recreation Director Chris Nunes earns national recognition”

    July 19, 2015July 19, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    5 Over-the-Counter Medicines You Should Never Take Together

    These common combos can be dangerous. Find out safer ways to relieve your symptoms instead   You can buy over-the-counter drugs without a prescription, but they still have… Read more “5 Over-the-Counter Medicines You Should Never Take Together”

    July 19, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Track & Field: The Woodlands HS junior Piperi sixth in IAAF discus

    Tripp Piperi’s experience in the IAAF World Youth Track & Field Championships is over, and The Woodlands High School shot put and discus standout will return to… Read more “Track & Field: The Woodlands HS junior Piperi sixth in IAAF discus”

    July 19, 2015July 19, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Rodeo: Low first-go score doesn’t concern defending champion at Cheyenne Frontier Days

    Richmond Champion didn’t record a score in the 80s. But the defending Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo bareback champion isn’t concerned. In fact, he is in a similar… Read more “Rodeo: Low first-go score doesn’t concern defending champion at Cheyenne Frontier Days”

    July 19, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Today July 19 National Ice Cream Day!

    There’s nothing more refreshing than cold ice cream on one of the hottest days of the year. Sunday, July 19, is National Ice Cream Day, celebrated annually… Read more “Today July 19 National Ice Cream Day!”

    July 19, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Softball: Jorgensen sets bar high at The Woodlands

    He pulls out an old gray chair and purposefully positions it in the press box. He sits down, raises his legs and braces his white Nikes against… Read more “Softball: Jorgensen sets bar high at The Woodlands”

    July 19, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Football: Speed Moving Winfield Up Recruiting Board

    The power of speed is amazing. “I thought I ran a pretty good time, but when the coaches gave me my cards, I was shocked,” he said.… Read more “Football: Speed Moving Winfield Up Recruiting Board”

    July 18, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Football: Changing of the Guard in District 16-6A? Not Yet

        While The Woodlands Highlanders are still the district favorite, this might be the year when one of their rivals can take advantage of a transition… Read more “Football: Changing of the Guard in District 16-6A? Not Yet”

    July 18, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    NCAA: Judge approves video game settlements to pay players

    Thousands of football and men’s basketball players will soon be paid for past appearances in NCAA-branded video games.On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken orally approved a… Read more “NCAA: Judge approves video game settlements to pay players”

    July 18, 2015July 18, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    (video) Luken Baker High School Baseball Player of the Year

    July 18, 2015July 18, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    California Pizza Kitchen opens newest location in The Woodlands

    California Pizza Kitchen, the authority in creative dining with a California vibe, will open the doors to its newest location in the U.S. on Wednesday, July 1.… Read more “California Pizza Kitchen opens newest location in The Woodlands”

    July 17, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Track & Field: The Woodlands High School’s Piperi captures shot put title at IAAF World Youth Championships

    The Woodlands High School track and field standout Tripp Piperi is on top of the world. Piperi, 16, was the winner in the boys 16-and-under IAAF World… Read more “Track & Field: The Woodlands High School’s Piperi captures shot put title at IAAF World Youth Championships”

    July 16, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Volleyball: Profile on CPHS volleyball player, Kennedi Smith

    The other day a volleyball question was posed to me I have probably answered 100 times… What are the attributes of a good outside hitter? Because of… Read more “Volleyball: Profile on CPHS volleyball player, Kennedi Smith”

    July 16, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    (video) Jogger fights off half-naked attacker in Montgomery County

    A Montgomery County woman says she fought off an attacker during an evening run in The Woodlands. The 24-year-old victim was jogging in near Flintridge Drive and… Read more “(video) Jogger fights off half-naked attacker in Montgomery County”

    July 15, 2015July 15, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Volleyball: Wade takes over at The Woodlands

    The Woodlands has its new volleyball coach – and with no time to spare. Montgomery’s Terri Wade was tabbed late last week to replace Leslie Madison, who… Read more “Volleyball: Wade takes over at The Woodlands”

    July 15, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

    Volleyball: War Eagles hope to continue winning flight

    Class 6A district championship next goal on plate for Oak Ridge Oak Ridge owned it last season, finishing with 30 wins after a strong showing in loaded… Read more “Volleyball: War Eagles hope to continue winning flight”

    July 15, 2015 by Woodlands Area Student Center News Blog

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