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Hidalgo criticizes Harris County budget after historic property tax hike, calls spending ‘unsustainable’
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is criticizing the county’s newly approved budget, calling it “irresponsible” and “unsustainable” after Commissioners Court approved the largest property tax hike in county history. Hidalgo spoke to reporters Thursday after commissioners approved ...
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Lone Star College System leaders aim to pay off $404M in bond debt by 2030-31
Lone Star College System leaders said they hope to pay off the college system’s bond debt sooner than initially expected, proposing a tax rate that will enable them to do so while saving taxpayers money in the long term. Explained LSCS leaders are hoping to pay off $404 million i...
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EMCID, Oak View Group officials name general manager for Caney Pines Convention Center
Officials with the East Montgomery County Improvement District and Oak View Group named Melanie Granado as the general manager for the upcoming Caney Pines Convention Center in New Caney, via a Sept. 16 news release. Career history Per the release, Granado most recently served as...
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American Gold Star Mothers honor fallen sons and daughters through service, remembrance
Everyone knows someone who has served or is currently serving in the United States military. It is an honorable decision to raise your hand, take the oath, and commit to defending our country against all enemies, foreign and domestic — even making the ultimate sacrifice if called...
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8 road project updates in The Woodlands area in September
A number of road projects are underway in The Woodlands area, some of which are funded by the Montgomery County road bond, while others are ongoing projects from the Texas Department of Transportation . This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change. Upcoming p...
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Q&A: Learn more about the candidates for Texas Senate District 4
Two candidates will face off for the Texas Senate District 4 seat in the November general election. In case you missed it Brett Ligon and Ron Angeletti—Republican and Democratic candidates, respectively—will compete in the Nov. 3 election to represent District 4. The district cov...
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The Players hosting NASA panelists for ‘Encore Conversations’ after Sept. 27 ‘Silent Sky’
The Players Theatre Company will take audiences beyond the stage on Sunday, September 27 with “Encore Conversations: From Silent Sky to NASA,” a panel discussion featuring NASA professionals whose careers connect the early wonder of astronomy featured in the theatre’s current pro...
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Wine Walk: How to share Texas wines with your best friends
One of the wine adages that is so true is “Wine is best when shared with others.” Enjoying wines with other people seems to enhance the experiences. Dog owners enjoy sipping on vino with their best friends, but that does not mean giving your dog wine. That should never happen. Ho...
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Conroe Symphony Orchestra opens new season with ‘Swing Swing Swing’ Sept. 26
The Conroe Symphony Orchestra (CSO) opens its 29th season with Swing Swing Swing, a high-energy tribute to the golden age of American big band music, on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 4:00 p.m. at First Methodist Church Conroe. The program, sponsored in part by the Apricity Foundation, c...
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Conroe ISD reviews new instructional materials for math and language arts
For the 2026-27 Conroe ISD school year, the district has implemented new learning materials to support student development. On Sept. 16, the CISD board of trustees reviewed an initial report detailing the curriculum integration. Some context CISD Deputy Superintendent Ted Landry ...
