Voters in Conroe and Montgomery County can participate in crucial federal, state, and local elections beginning Oct. 21. Early voting runs until Nov. 1, with Election Day set for Nov. 5.
Residents of Montgomery and Conroe are preparing to participate in the general election on November 5, which encompasses federal, state, and local elections.
On October 21, early voting continues until November 1, allowing voters to express their opinions before Election Day. November 1 is the final day for early voting, and October 25 is the final day to apply for a mail-in ballot. These are the key dates to consider for this election.
Mail-in ballots will be accepted until Election Day, Nov. 5, or until Nov. 6 if the envelope is postmarked by 7 p.m. on Election Day. Voters are permitted to submit their ballots at their designated precincts.
Candidates such as Donald Trump (Republican), Kamala Harris (Democrat), Chase Oliver (Libertarian), and Jill Stein (Green) comprise the prominent races on the ballot. Texans will select their next president from this array.
Incumbent Ted Cruz (Republican) is competing against challengers Colin Allred (Democrat) and Ted Brown (Libertarian) in the U.S. Senate race.
Local contests encompass elections for the U.S. House of Representatives. Dan Crenshaw, the Republican incumbent in District 2, is up against Democrat Peter Filler. The Republican candidate, Morgan Luttrell, is facing off against the Democrat candidate, Laura Jones, in District 8.
In Montgomery County, voters can submit their ballots at any polling location during early voting. However, on Election Day, they must proceed to their designated precincts. To guarantee a seamless and well-informed voting experience, election officials encourage residents to become acquainted with all candidates and measures by examining sample ballots online.
A recent study has identified structural issues at the Bear Branch Dam in The Woodlands, raising concerns about a potential breach. Repairs may not be completed until 2029.
According to authorities who announced on Tuesday, the Conroe Independent School District Board of Trustees has designated Dr. David Vinson as the sole finalist for the position of superintendent. The decision comes after a three-month search that attracted candidates from throughout Texas and the nation, as stated by the district. The trustees said that Vinson distinguished himself via his leadership record and dedication to student achievement. Vinson presently holds the position of superintendent at Wylie ISD, having directed the North Texas district since 2011. Throughout his tenure, he successfully managed an increase in student enrollment and the expansion of academic programs, garnering accolades for both educational and extracurricular achievements. State legislation requires a 21-day waiting period before the official hiring of a finalist. After that timeframe, the Conroe ISD board is anticipated to cast a vote regarding Vinson’s official appointment. Conroe ISD, one of the rapidly expanding districts in Texas, serves approximately 72,000 students across 70 campuses. Current Superintendent Dr. Curtis Null revealed earlier this year his intention to retire at the conclusion of 2024.
Federal authorities raided a Houston property tied to a religious ministry at the center of a $50 million forced labor and fraud case. Two leaders of the Kingdom of God Global Church are accused of exploiting followers, running call centers under abusive conditions, and using donations to fund luxury lifestyles.