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Sylvia Caracio and Jacque Everson Named as Lifetime Legacy Honorees for YES to YOUTH’s 2026 Gala
Sylvia and Jacque’s volunteerism, advocacy, leadership, and support for at-risk youth will be recognized at the August 8 fundraising event. (The Woodlands, TX – April 30, 2026) In honor of decades of support, YES to YOUTH has named Sylvia Caracio and Jacque Everson as the Lifetime Legacy Honorees for its 2026 fundraising gala. YES to YOUTH is a nonprofit organization that has served at-risk youth and families across Montgomery County for more than 47 years. The 2026 gala will feature the theme
Expert witness testimony by A Strong CPA’s Jennifer Wertz Supports Appellate Court Ruling.
Jennifer Wertz, CPA, Shareholder and Chief Operating Officer of A Strong CPA, provided expert testimony in a court case that resulted in a favorable ruling for her client. The original case was appealed and recently, the Ninth Court of Appeals issued their opinion which relied heavily on her analysis and testimony. Based on her witness testimony, the appellate court upheld the original judgement of the trial court. The case involved a significant federal tax liability arising from a divorce decree.
A Strong CPA Named to USA Today’s 2026 List of America’s Most Recommended Tax & Accounting Firms.
The list recognizes firms most highly recommended by both industry peers and clients. A Strong CPA has been named to USA Today’s 2026 list of America’s Most Recommended Tax & Accounting Firms, earning national recognition for excellence and client service. The Woodlands-based firm is one of only six firms in Texas and three in the Greater Houston area to be included among the top 100 firms nationwide. The annual ranking, developed by USA Today in partnership with Statista, is based on independent
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YES to YOUTH Names Co-Chairs for the 2026 Gala Supporting At-Risk Youth
Community leaders Lauren Fox and Rachel Ray join returning co-chairs Evan Berlin and Amber Scheer to lead August 8 fundraising event. YES to YOUTH announces an exceptional team of co-chairs who will lead its 2026 annual fundraising gala set for Saturday, August 8, 2026, at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center to raise critical funds to help ensure every child has a brighter future. New co-chairs Lauren Fox of Premiere Events and Rachel Ray of Entergy Texas join returning leaders
Children’s Safe Harbor opens new, expanded facility, doubling capacity to serve ever-increasing cases of children and families in crisis
Over the last ten years, the population of Montgomery County, TX, has nearly doubled. While such population expansion suggests economic prosperity, unfortunately, it also brought an explosion of crimes against children. Children’s Safe Harbor (CSH) has recently opened the doors to its new, expanded facility in Conroe having outgrown its previous headquarters due to an ever-increasing abuse case load. As a nationally accredited children’s advocacy center, CSH’s mission is to bring justice, healing, and hope
