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Matt Stephens

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Matt joined Community Impact Newspaper in December 2012 but has been reporting on The Woodlands and South Montgomery County since March 2010. His reporting focuses primarily on local government, transportation, economic development and local businesses. Matt grew up in Tomball, Texas and earned a Bachelor's of Journalism degree from the University of Texas at Austin.

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One Hughes Landing

Courtesy The Woodlands Development Company

Montgomery County approves 7-year abatement for Layne Christensen relocation

Montgomery County Commissioners Court has approved a 7-year tax abatement for Layne Christensen, the water management, construction and drilling company which is relocating 135 employees to its 51,000-square-foot space at One Hughes Landing in 2014. more »

Jun 17, 2013 by

Linda Woods

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Linda Woods

Linda Woods served as director of Shenandoah’s Convention and Visitor’s Bureau for 14 years before announcing her retirement in May and has contributed to the city for far longer. more »

Jun 13, 2013 by in The Woodlands

Young Artist Art Studio

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Young Artist Art Studio

Virginia Garrigos recalls enjoying art since she was 4 years old, a passion that compelled her to teach for years and eventually open her own teaching studio, Young Artist Art Studio. more »

Jun 13, 2013 by in The Woodlands

Windvale Shopping Center. The Woodlands

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Windvale Shopping Center, The Woodlands

At the intersection of FM 1488 and Hwy. 242 at 9420 College Park Drive in The Woodlands, the Windvale Shopping Center features banking, dining, medical and cosmetic services anchored by a Randall’s grocery store, pharmacy and gas station. more »

Jun 13, 2013 by in The Woodlands

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Mama Mia Italiana

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Mama Mia Italiana

Italian cooking is in Christina Kumbara’s blood. The New York–born owner of Mama Mia Italiana’s, Kumbara said her family has been cooking the same Italian recipes for generations. more »

Mar 14, 2013 by in The Woodlands

Kay’s Tea Parlour

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Kay’s Tea Parlour

The passion owner Kay McGlone possesses for cooking emanates from the storefront of Kay’s Tea Parlour, with the teapots, tablecloths and comforting smells enticing customers craving home-cooked flavors with a European twist. more »

Feb 28, 2013 by in Katy