Woodlands Online most interesting stories of 2018

THE WOODLANDS, Texas -- From weather to politics, entertainment to human interest, Woodlands Online had it all for you in 2018. Here’s a look back of some of the year's best stories.

Human interest

The community continues to follow the story of Grant Milton, a Woodlands High School football player who suffered a traumatic brain injury in November 2016.




Two years later: Grant Milton a miracle in the eyes of friends, family.


The Woodlands draws big-name celebrities for a wide variety of charitable causes, and 2018 was no different.




Scott Hamilton pushes record-breaking fundraising for Memorial Hermann.




Best-selling author Kevin Kwan visits The Woodlands for John Cooper Signature Authors Series.


Music and entertainment

From free outdoor concerts to best-selling bands, The Woodlands is in the spotlight as one of the best live music areas in the nation.




The Woodlands Pavilion ranked No. 3 Outdoor Pavilion in the World.




7 questions with legendary rocker Graham Nash.


Health and fitness

The best medical care is right here in our own community, with services provided by CHI St. Luke's, Memorial Hermann, Texas Children's Hospital and Houston Methodist.




Memorial Hermann named one of nation's "most wired" health systems.




Houston Methodist The Woodlands receives hip and knee replacement certification.




CHI St. Luke's The Woodlands among nation's top heart performers.


Local movers and shakers

The Woodlands is home to a vibrant business community, with women at the helm of some of the most notable organizations. Woodlands Online introduced a series title "Wisdom from Women in The Woodlands."




Meet Amy Milstead of Milstead Automotive.




Meet Ally Seder.




Meet Susan Kent of The Woodlands United Methodist Church.




Meet Dr. Mila McManus of The Woodlands Institute for Health & Wellness.




Meet Linda Nelson of Memorial Hermann.


Politics

The 2018 mid-term election was a big story across the nation, state and county. On top of that, The Woodlands Township hosted a series of public forums to introduce the concept of Township incorporation, a topic that will be at the top of the calendar throughout 2019.




Montgomery County residents heavily in favor of Republicans.




Would he run for mayor? Gordy Bunch on incorporation.




Residents attend public forum regarding incorporation of The Woodlands.


Weather

We had some crazy weather in 2018, which led to the almost-unheard-of cancellation of Fourth of July festivities in The Woodlands. Halloween was also a rainout, with many communities opting to postpone trick-or-treating until the day after. Record-setting rainfall and heavy winds let to major flooding concerns throughout Montgomery County more than once last year.

Business around town

The Woodlands welcomed new restaurants and entertainment options last year, with more slated to open in 2019. We will also say goodbye to some favorites.




Dave & Buster's coming to The Woodlands.




AMC Metropark 10 and Imax to open.




MovieHouse and Eatery to open in Creekside Village.




Randall's to close locations in Houston area.