The Texas Education Agency released the A-F accountability ratings for the 2026 school year on Aug. 15. Conroe ISD has secured its third consecutive overall B rating from the TEA, improving the year-over-year score for multiple campuses. District growth According to the TEA website , the accounta...
Two closely watched issues will not go before Conroe voters this November following an Aug. 13 City Council meeting. Council members voted to send a proposed firefighter collective bargaining election to a committee after city officials said key election deadlines had already passed. In a separat...
The Conroe City Council voted late Thursday night on whether to place a binding proposition about the city’s Flock Safety license plate reader cameras on the November ballot, but the motion did not get the three “yes” votes needed to advance. PREVIOUS: Should Flock cameras stay in Conroe? Voters ...
Years before automated license plate reader cameras became commonplace at intersections across the United States, a small city northwest of Houston was among the early adopters of the technology. Jersey Village, home to fewer than 8,000 residents, approved the use of Flock Safety cameras in 2018....
Investigators seized nearly seven pounds of marijuana, more than 1,200 grams of THC vape products, over 4,000 grams of THC edibles, a firearm and about $30,000 in cash during a search at a smoke shop on Rayford Road in Montgomery County. The Montgomery County Narcotics Enforcement Team, Homeland ...
A 10-year-old girl is recovering after investigators say she was struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter in northwest Harris County. The crash happened near the intersection of Lincolns Meadow Drive and Dukes Run Drive. According to Harris County Precinct 4, the girl was riding on th...
Homeowners in Brazoria County whose homes were damaged by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds or Hurricane Beryl in 2024 can learn about recovery assistance Thursday. The Texas General Land Office will host an outreach event on August 20: Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Freeport Branc...
Conroe City Council moved several water infrastructure projects forward Aug. 13 , including a $572,425 emergency rehabilitation of Water Well No. 26 and the use of eminent domain to acquire property for two future water plants. The most immediate concern centered on Water Well No. 26, a high-prio...
Conroe ISD approves tax rate and budget for 2026-27 school year15h ago
CH&P Management makes new location official with Conroe/Lake Conroe Ribbon Cutting 2200 FM 3083 in Conroe15h ago
In early 2026, as the 40th anniversary of Lobsterfest, the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber’s signature event presented by Woodforest National Bank, approached, the Chamber’s Marketing Committee put a call out to members who might be interested in giving the Lobsterfest logo a refresh for the occasion....
A new federal proposal could remove protections from thousands of acres of roadless forest in Texas, including four areas of the Sam Houston National Forest north of Houston. The U.S. Forest Service is proposing to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, which generally restricts new ro...
While enrollment projections have fallen compared to previously expected numbers, Conroe ISD officials said the needs that will be served by current construction remain, and the lower expected enrollment numbers districtwide do not reflect changes at the campuses where overcrowding has been an is...
Known as a neighborhood eatery, Black Walnut was established in The Woodlands in April 2002. Today the eatery has six locations in communities including Conroe, Cinco Ranch, Memorial, Vintage Park and Rice Village. The Woodlands location was founded on Research Forest Drive and relocated across t...
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A 10-year-old girl was seriously injured after she was struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter. It happened this evening at the intersection of Lincolns Meadow Drive and Dukes Run Drive in the Spring area. According to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, the girl entered...
Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested a convicted felon, accused of displaying a knife and threatening several people at a McDonald’s in northwest Harris County. The incident happened Saturday afternoon at the restaurant on FM 1960 Bypass Road West near Kenwick Dr. The Constable’s...
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As the debate and concerns about privacy and abuse increase around the usage of Flock cameras across the country, the CEO of the company behind the technology sat down for a one-on-one interview with KPRC 2’s sister station, WDIV in Detroit. Local communities debating Flock Several Houston-area c...
Conroe City Council approved new regulations Aug. 13 governing how data centers could be developed and operated in the city, as officials said there is already interest in bringing the industry to Conroe. The details The ordinance adds regulations covering permitting, construction, operation, dec...
There are several events happening in The Woodlands from Aug. 20-23, including Lobb’s Padel’s Pickel, Paddle, Burger event and a performance by Santana and The Doobie Brothers at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Events are subject to change. Chicago & Styx Rock bands Chicago and Styx are perf...
On the heels of a week of budget workshops , Montgomery County commissioners are set to handle a range of regular business items during the Aug. 20 meeting such as approving vendors for several bond projects as well as advancing work on a flood mitigation project. What you need to know Several pr...
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The fitness gym JetSet Pilates will open a new location this November in Conroe, officials confirmed. The Conroe location is one of more than 70 different locations the gym has across the United States. Two-minute impact Jet Set Pilates studios teach classes that focus on core and fundamentals, o...
Several Montgomery County school districts, including Conroe ISD, have seen enrollment increases in the last five years, while others in the Greater Houston region experienced losses. Community Impact analyzed data from the Texas Education Agency to learn how many students were enrolled at public...
Backpacks and school supplies were handed out at CC Hardy Elementary in Willis as charitable organisations, local businesses and campus staff opened the school year together — with meal coupons and a Christmas gift drive already planned.
Montgomery County deputies pulled a theft suspect from a burning car after a chase ended in a crash. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office shared video of the rescue. They said deputies responded to a theft call at the Walmart and saw the suspect fleeing the store on foot. The suspect reportedly...
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Conroe City Council rejects proposal to let citizens decide on Flock camera use in the city ABC13 Houston
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Conroe City Council rejects proposal to let citizens decide on Flock camera use in the city ABC13 Houston
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Conroe ISD outperformed the state in most subjects for the spring 2026 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, but scores within t…
HARRIS COUNTY, TX- On August 13, a deputy with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office initiated a traffic stop in the 5000 block of FM 1960 W…
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