1. Hotworx is coming soon to 12311 I-45 N., Ste. A, Willis. Hotworx offers workouts, such as yoga, Pilates, row, cycle and barre in an infrared sauna. According to the business, Hotworx anticipates opening in mid-October. 936-955-5169. www.hotworx.net/studio/willis
2. Dutch Bros. Coffee is in the early stages of planning for a location at 20220 Eva St., Montgomery, the company confirmed in an email. The Montgomery location is anticipated to open by late 2023. Dutch Bros. serves specialty coffees, smoothies, teas, freezes, shakes and energy drinks at its drive-thru and walk-up coffee shop. www.dutchbros.com
3. Chick N Max is planning to open its first Houston-area location in the Willis Shopping Center anchored by H-E-B at 12312 I-45, Willis, in the first quarter of 2023, as of a Sept. 30 announcement from the fast-casual franchise. Chick N Max has three restaurants in Wichita, Kansas, and plans to add 25 restaurants in the Greater Houston area through a development agreement with Aaron Johnson. The first three restaurants in the Houston area are anticipated to open within 18-24 months. The fast-casual eatery will offer its signature almond wood-smoked chicken wings, leg quarters, breast quarters and half chickens as well as fried chicken tenders and 10 flavors of sandwiches, such as the maple bacon sandwich and the sweet and ppicy sandwich. Sides include fries, onion rings, mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, and smoked white beans as well as 11 sauce options. www.chicknmax.com
4. Ice cream, cookie and macaroon shop Luliet Creamery and Bakery will be expanding into The Woodlands area with a second location at 3600 FM 1488 Conroe in November. Managing partner Erion Shehaj said the soft opening is planned for early November with the grand opening to follow in mid-November. Shehaj said all of the items served at Luliet Creamery and Bakery are made from scratch. 713-922-2702. www.lulietbakery.com
5. The Lakes at Woodhaven Village held a groundbreaking Oct. 5. According to a Sept. 26 release, the business is a new active living community for age 55 and older located at 2275 Riverway Drive, Conroe, within Woodhaven Village—an independent living, assisted-living and memory care community. The Lakes will span 5 acres of land with an amenity pond and a mile of jogging trails with 115 active living apartments. According to the release, The Lakes is expected to open in spring 2024. www.woodhavenvillage.com
