A “financial fable” moves readers toward financial freedom.

That rumbling noise you may be hearing around this time of year is the sound of Americans groaning over their taxes. No one looks forward to pulling out their financial statements and attempting to decipher them. That’s why three in four Americans hate financial planning.

Erin Asprec’s time spent in hospitals as a child instilled in her a desire to help others.

As a child, Erin Asprec had a moment of clarity when she knew that she was destined for a career in healthcare. Now, she is fulfilling her dream as the CEO of Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital.

Affordable, convenient, consistent care for all in the Bay Area

“You wouldn’t wait for your teeth to fall out to go see a dentist, would you?” asks Nicholas Ruppert, Doctor of Chiropractic at The Joint in League City. “So why wait until you are experiencing pain and suffering before you visit a chiropractor?”

Fred B. Griffin wins prestigious Quasar Award.

In most years past, the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership has honored a high profile politician with its prestigious annual Quasar Award. The very first award, presented for exceptional leadership in the area of economic development, was given to Governor Ann Richards back in 1994. Since then, the roster of Quasar Award winners includes the likes of Sen.

Donations are down at local resale shops that invest in our community.

Even for non-profit organizations accustomed to making much of little, times have been tough. Interfaith Caring Ministries, a cornerstone Bay Area non-profit that has been assisting the community’s working poor since 1985, is reporting that they’re feeling the economic pinch as well.

This holiday season, ICM’s Communications and Special Events Coordinator Susan Bailey says she hopes that when people consider where to take their donations, they’ll remember the resale shops as well as the larger mission of Interfaith Caring Ministries.

Rum running takes root (rightfully) at Railean Distillers.

Kelly Railean, Railean Distillers’ founder and master distiller, pours her passion for perfection into every bottle of rum and spirits she distills. And each bottle holds a message: buy local, buy American. Plus, there’s pride in America’s history and the Railean story in every drop.

Part community center, part spiritual sanctuary, visit to eat…linger to feed your mind and soul.

Cosmic Café is irresistible—a source of nourishment for mind, body and soul with sensory pleasure awaiting those who choose to visit. The Dallas Observer voted Cosmic Café as the best vegetarian restaurant for the past nine years.

Antiques, Vintage, Collectibles and More!For years League City has been known for its quaint little shops. Residents enjoy the variety of shopping available in their hometown.Tourists, often on their way to the Kemah Boardwalk, now stop and discover these hidden treasures.Among them is League City’s largest and most popular antique shop—Park Avenue Showplace.Find the perfect gift here for that “difficult someone” on your shopping list.

Visit our Bay Area farmers markets and you’ll discover one of our best kept secrets: there’s a large population of farmers among us. From backyard gardeners to full-fledged farmers, you’ll meet our local green thumbs and can select from freshly picked fruits and vegetables, herbs, local honey, organic offerings, homemade dips, salsas, tamales, BBQ, bath and body products and more. Every market is filled with your fresh favorites. New markets are popping up all over the Bay Area.

Habitat for Humanity’s South Houston ReStore partners home improvement with environmentalism and charity

There’s nothing like getting a bargain. Combine this with helping out those less-fortunate and the environment and you have discovered the concept behind Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore resale outlets. The Bay Area’s closest ReStore is located at 6161 South Loop East.

Demolition and destruction breathe life into new construction

When an aging structure is long past the possibility of refurbishment and stands in the way of new development, it’s a sign that the building must come down

The pink slip invites you to redesign your life

Being laid off, especially after years or decades with the same organization, can be jarring, gut wrenching, infuriating, shameful, confidence eroding, trust busting, diminishing, and just plain scary—but it need not be a catastrophe from which you never quite recover.

Conscious local shopping for the holidays

Find the perfect gift for that special someone at Annette’s Emporium in League City. This delightful shop is filled with of colorful eye candy thanks to