THE WOODLANDS — The Nike South Invitational looked much different this year due to the new coronavirus protocols. But that didn’t stop the competing athletes from enjoying themselves on the 3.1-mile course on a brisk Saturday morning at the Bear Branch Sports Fields. The Woodlands hosts Nike South every year,… from Houston Chronicleclick here to...
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McKenzie’s Barbeque and Burgers celebrates 25 years in Conroe
When Darin McKenzie opened up McKenzie’s Barbeque in 1995, all his friends thought he was crazy for launching into the endeavor. He admits the first two years of the business were hard. But at the time, “I was young and didn’t know any better,” he said. His dad encouraged him… from Houston Chronicleclick here to...
What to expect at the Woodlands Ice Rink this year
Angel Nicks, assistant director for Parks and Recreation at The Woodlands Township, sat down with The Villager to discuss the upcoming Ice Rink season, new changes to the icy fun due to COVID-19 and other details of one of the township’s signature holiday events. On HoustonChronicle.com: Woodlands OKs hosting 3… from Houston Chronicleclick here to...
Forum showcases candidates for Montgomery city positions
Six candidates vying for positions in Montgomery city elections gathered at a forum to showcase their background for voters. The event was hosted by the nonprofit Voter Awareness Council and the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday to help voters prepare for the upcoming election on Nov. 3. General… from Houston Chronicleclick here to...
Houston Methodist offers new reconstruction technique for breast cancer survivors
Some women no longer feel like they ever had breast cancer when they look in the mirror, thanks to a complex new procedure available at Houston Methodist in The Woodlands. Breast Cancer does not run in Tana Key’s family. The occupational therapist had a normal mammogram. But not even a full year later, she began...
Conroe couple rewrites transplant protocols with kidney donation after breast cancer
In this year that is historic and unprecedented, Michael and Kris McBride made some history of their own. Michael, who suffered a stroke in 2014, was in desperate need of a kidney. His wife, Kris, a Conroe-based small business accountant, was a match. But their journey has been filled with obstacles as they faced one...
ProAct Safety’s Founder Compares and Contrasts BBS and HOP; Recording now available from the RASP Live Networking Event
THE WOODLANDS, Texas (PRWEB) September 29, 2020. ProAct Safety, a recognized pioneer of safety excellence strategies, announced its founder and CEO, Terry L. Mathis, lead the live networking event discussion around BBS and HOP, answering many attendee questions. The live event held on August 26th was recorded and is now available on demand at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_9FY3_Hm8o....
FOOTBALL: New Caney RB Reescano is The Courier’s Player of the Week
New Caney running back Kedrick Reescano received 16 carries against Marshall in the Eagles’ season opener Friday night, and he made the most of those opportunities. The sophomore piled up a team-high 166 yards and scored three times during the 34-26 non-district road loss. He finished the night with an average of 10.4 yards per...
Mayde Creek outlasts Conroe in 2020 football opener
After splitting non-district matchups the past two years in season openers, Mayde Creek and Conroe were both eager to take the rubber match Friday night at Rhodes Stadium. It was the homestanding Rams who would come out on top, earning a 24-14 victory. It was the first game for Mayde Creek head coach Brian Randle,...
FOOTBALL: Magnolia breaking in revamped receiving corps
Magnolia has had a plethora of talent at the wide receiver position in recent years. Cole McGowan was the leader at that spot five years ago, and he’s currently at the University of Houston. Michael Woods exploded on the scene for the Bulldogs soon after and is currently catching passes… from Houston Chronicleclick here to...









