A devastating tornado struck Conroe, Texas, over the weekend, causing widespread damage and leaving many without power or homes. As residents face heartbreaking losses, the community bands together to provide essential support and recovery aid.
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Over the weekend, a strong tornado tore across Conroe, Texas, seriously damaging infrastructure and residences as well as depriving many people of essential utilities. The storm damaged several people, ruined homes, and upended lives, leading to a flood of community support.
Among those worst hit were Stephanie Martinez's parents. Martinez said bitterly, "There's nothing left of their house." "The wind twice raised them, lowered them down, and let them flip. While my mum is in ICU with two shattered legs and a damaged spine, my dad is OK. She felt everything falling on her. Martinez had exchanged shifts with a coworker, so miraculously, her children were not at her parents' place that day.
Local businesses and citizens are lending a hand. At its Grangerland location, Caney Creek Cowboy Church has set up essential supplies for storm victims, including portable showers, washing machines, and dryers. To help impacted families, the church is also holding a pet food drive.
Widespread destruction has left many without access to basic needs or power. Food, water, clothing, and shelter are among the relief items under progress. Resilience and community unity are shown by local businesses, churches, and volunteers helping people in need.
Stories of survival and selflessness are showing up as Conroe starts its long journey to rebuilding, giving hope among the destruction. Rebuilding infrastructure and lives following the hurricane takes front stage now.
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United Way of Greater Houston has purchased a new 51,900-square-foot building in Conroe, more than doubling its Montgomery County space and positioning critical services closer to communities facing the highest financial hardship.
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A 76-year-old triathlete from The Woodlands placed second in his age group at the 2025 World Triathlon Championship in Australia, marking his first podium finish at the event and reinforcing the training philosophy he says keeps him healthy.
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Employees at Woodlands Specialty Hospital say they have gone more than a month without pay, prompting financial hardship and growing frustration as the hospital blames missed payrolls on insurance-related cash-flow issues.