Dan’s Garage and Auto Parts opened in early June. (Courtesy Dan's Garage and Auto Parts) (Courtesy Dan’s Garage and Auto Parts)
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.
On July 7, Legendary Cuts barber shop opened at 3202 Roman Forest Blvd., New Caney. (Courtesy Legendary Cuts)
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.
Patriot Paws opened in May. (Courtesy Patriot Paws)
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
