Several veteran-owned businesses recently opened in the New Caney and Porter area this summer. The business offerings range from auto repairs and haircuts to mobile veterinary services and craft beer tastings. This list is not comprehensive.

Dan’s Garage and Auto Parts

Owned by Dan Hart, Dan’s Garage and Auto Parts offers auto repair services using advanced diagnostic tools, including transmission repair and replacement, general auto repair and maintenance, manufacturer-recommended service, and brake repair and replacement. With 25 years of experience, per the website, Hart is a Kingwood High School graduate and U.S. Navy veteran who served aboard the U.S.S. Acadia.

• Opened in early June
• 23718 Loop 494, Ste. A, Porter
• www.dansgaragehtx.com

Final Gravity Brewpub

Owned by Ted and Terri Dougherty, the family-friendly, veteran-owned pub offers handcrafted beer, games and live entertainment.

• Opened July 6
• 23435 FM 1314, Ste. B6, Porter
• www.finalgravitybrewpub.com

Legendary Cuts

The barber shop offers services such as haircuts, designs, beard and towel services, and edge-ups. According to a company Facebook post, the owner of Legendary Cuts, Jordan Machuca , discovered his talent for barber haircuts at the age of 15 and continued his skills by cutting his fellow U.S. Army soldiers' hair while deployed from 2018-19.

• Opened July 7
• 3202 Roman Forest Blvd., New Caney
• www.dot.cards/legendary_cuts_

Patriot Paws Mobile Imaging

Owned by Porter residents Katie and Jason Blanco, Patriot Paws offers mobile diagnostic ultrasound services to the Houston veterinary community. Katie Blanco said Patriot Paws launched services to local veterinarians in August. As members of the VFW and the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association, the Blancos said they are a proud woman- and veteran-owned business.

• Opened in May
• Service area includes Montgomery County and parts of Harris County
• www.patriotpawsmobile.com