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Conroe, Willis ISD settle water dispute

The Conroe City Council approved an agreement requiring Willis ISD to pay $1.8 million for water and sewer service to several campuses, resolving a months-long dispute that briefly shut off water to Calfee Middle School. The vote came after a tense exchange prompted police to clear the council chambers.

Officials vow close oversight after Blackfin dispute

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Officials vow close oversight after Blackfin dispute

Montgomery County is seeing an increase in pipeline construction as Texas maintains more than 483,000 miles of pipeline statewide. County Judge Mark Keough says local leaders will closely monitor new projects, citing last year’s controversy over the proposed Blackfin compressor station near Conroe.

Republican women protest county party actions

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Republican women protest county party actions

More than two dozen members of the Republican Women of Montgomery County released a petition letter alleging favoritism and opaque practices within the county GOP. Signers say a recent attempt to restrict their access to party headquarters and a perceived “super delegate” structure undermine grassroots influence and voter trust.

OPINION: Winning Requires Coalitions, Not Scorecards & Purity Tests

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OPINION: Winning Requires Coalitions, Not Scorecards & Purity Tests

This opinion piece challenges the January 14, 2026, Montgomery County Republican Party steering committee minutes for emphasizing factionalism over coalition-building. It disputes efforts to marginalize local Republican women's groups and critiques police rhetoric. Montgomery County Republicans should prioritize unity, transparency, and voter engagement when choosing new leaders.

Montgomery County sets courthouse footprint debate

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Montgomery County sets courthouse footprint debate

Montgomery County commissioners voted Jan. 29 to place a dedicated agenda item on a future meeting to clarify long-term plans for the historic courthouse after preservation proposals raised concerns about space limits and whether restoration aligns with growing court demands.

Council revises increase from $1,300 following public pushback

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Council revises increase from $1,300 following public pushback

The Conroe City Council voted 4-1 to set a new $500 event permit fee after an earlier increase from $35 to $1,300 sparked criticism from residents. City officials say the revised fee supports cost recovery and public safety.

Politics and Government

Conroe, Willis ISD settle water dispute

Officials vow close oversight after Blackfin dispute

Republican women protest county party actions

OPINION: Winning Requires Coalitions, Not Scorecards & Purity Tests

Montgomery County sets courthouse footprint debate

Council revises increase from $1,300 following public pushback

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