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Conroe ISD Foundation Awards Nearly $300K After Record-Breaking Fundraiser

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Jaiden Quitzon

Conroe ISD Foundation Awards Nearly $300K After Record-Breaking Fundraiser

The Conroe ISD Education Foundation raised a record-setting $340,000 at its 2024 Scholarship Breakfast on April 25. The event supported scholarships and gift card awards for students, new teachers, paraprofessionals, and district employees.

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Jaiden Quitzon

Montgomery County Teens Arrested After Fatal Shooting of 14-Year-Old Boy

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Ivy Lopez

Flash Flood Threat Rises in Texas Amid Omega Block Weather Setup

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Jaiden Quitzon

Conroe Teen Shot and Killed; 15-Year-Old, Two Adults Charged With Murder

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Arden Huels

Sheriff Wesley Doolittle Stops Gun Threat During FM 1488 Road Rage Incident

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Child Advocates of Montgomery County Celebrates Volunteers, Community Partners at "Hope Grows" Event

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Child Advocates of Montgomery County Celebrates Volunteers, Community Partners at "Hope Grows" Event

Child Advocates of Montgomery County hosted its Champions for Children event in The Woodlands, celebrating over 250 volunteers and community partners who support local children in need.

Monster Truck Wars Returns to Conroe May 17 with Two High-Energy Shows

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Monster Truck Wars Returns to Conroe May 17 with Two High-Energy Shows

Get ready for roaring engines and family fun as Monster Truck Wars brings its nationally touring show back to Conroe on May 17 for two high-energy performances.

Everstead at Conroe Opens, Offering Renters a New Take on Suburban Living

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Everstead at Conroe Opens, Offering Renters a New Take on Suburban Living

A 190-home build-to-rent community has opened near Lake Conroe, offering single-family and townhome living with upscale amenities—minus the mortgage.

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Everstead at Conroe Opens, Offering Renters a New Take on Suburban Living

A 190-home build-to-rent community has opened near Lake Conroe, offering single-family and townhome living with upscale amenities—minus the mortgage.

Trump, Royals, and Global Leaders to Honor Pope Francis at Vatican Funeral

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Trump, Royals, and Global Leaders to Honor Pope Francis at Vatican Funeral

As funeral arrangements for Pope Francis move forward, a remarkable assembly of world leaders is preparing to gather in Rome to honor one of the most reform-minded Popes in recent memory. The outdoor funeral, scheduled for Saturday, April 26, will take place in front of St. Peter’s Basilica and be attended by heads of state, royals, and religious leaders from around the globe.

Public Invited to Help Name Conroe ISD's New Schools and Facilities Through May 9

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Public Invited to Help Name Conroe ISD's New Schools and Facilities Through May 9

Conroe ISD is asking community members to help name 10 new campuses, including a virtual school. Submit suggestions by May 9; final names announced in June.

Dire Wolves Are Back: Texas Scientists Revive Ice Age Predators Using Ancient DNA

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Dire Wolves Are Back: Texas Scientists Revive Ice Age Predators Using Ancient DNA

In an announcement that blurs the line between science fiction and reality, Colossal Biosciences has revealed the successful de-extinction of the dire wolf — a fearsome Ice Age predator long thought lost to time and myth. Three healthy pups named Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi are now proof that ancient DNA can bring the past back to life.

UT Austin Drops Diversity Graduation Requirement Following Pressure from Conroe Senator

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UT Austin Drops Diversity Graduation Requirement Following Pressure from Conroe Senator

UT Austin will no longer require students to complete “Flag” courses — including a class on U.S. cultural diversity — to graduate. The move follows efforts by Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-Conroe) to rein in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at public universities across Texas.

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe Names Julian Sanchez as New COO

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HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe Names Julian Sanchez as New COO

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe has appointed Julian Sanchez as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective April 1. Sanchez previously served as Vice President of Operations at Corpus Christi Medical Center and holds degrees in biology and business administration from St. Edwards University and an MBA from Incarnate Word University.

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UT Austin Drops Diversity Graduation Requirement Following Pressure from Conroe Senator

UT Austin will no longer require students to complete “Flag” courses — including a class on U.S. cultural diversity — to graduate. The move follows efforts by Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-Conroe) to rein in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at public universities across Texas.

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HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe Names Julian Sanchez as New COO

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe has appointed Julian Sanchez as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective April 1. Sanchez previously served as Vice President of Operations at Corpus Christi Medical Center and holds degrees in biology and business administration from St. Edwards University and an MBA from Incarnate Word University.

Conroe Mayor Seeks AG Opinion on City Charter ‘Loophole’ in Open Meetings Act

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Conroe Mayor Seeks AG Opinion on City Charter ‘Loophole’ in Open Meetings Act

Conroe Mayor Duke Coon has requested an opinion from Texas AG Ken Paxton on a possible loophole in the city charter that may allow a voting majority to meet privately.

Bret Anthony Johnston to Speak at Lone Star College Montgomery on March 20

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Bret Anthony Johnston to Speak at Lone Star College Montgomery on March 20

Bestselling author Bret Anthony Johnston, known for We Burn Daylight and Remember Me Like This, will speak at Lone Star College Montgomery on March 20 at 7 p.m. The event, hosted by the Montgomery County Literary Arts Council Writers in Performance and Lone Star College.

Conroe ISD Foundation Awards Nearly $300K After Record-Breaking Fundraiser

Montgomery County Teens Arrested After Fatal Shooting of 14-Year-Old Boy

Flash Flood Threat Rises in Texas Amid Omega Block Weather Setup

Conroe Teen Shot and Killed; 15-Year-Old, Two Adults Charged With Murder

Sheriff Wesley Doolittle Stops Gun Threat During FM 1488 Road Rage Incident

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Child Advocates of Montgomery County Celebrates Volunteers, Community Partners at "Hope Grows" Event

Monster Truck Wars Returns to Conroe May 17 with Two High-Energy Shows

Everstead at Conroe Opens, Offering Renters a New Take on Suburban Living

Other News

Everstead at Conroe Opens, Offering Renters a New Take on Suburban Living

Trump, Royals, and Global Leaders to Honor Pope Francis at Vatican Funeral

Public Invited to Help Name Conroe ISD's New Schools and Facilities Through May 9

Dire Wolves Are Back: Texas Scientists Revive Ice Age Predators Using Ancient DNA

UT Austin Drops Diversity Graduation Requirement Following Pressure from Conroe Senator

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe Names Julian Sanchez as New COO

UT Austin Drops Diversity Graduation Requirement Following Pressure from Conroe Senator

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe Names Julian Sanchez as New COO

Conroe Mayor Seeks AG Opinion on City Charter ‘Loophole’ in Open Meetings Act

Bret Anthony Johnston to Speak at Lone Star College Montgomery on March 20

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