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Traffic Alert: Hwy 242 – Conroe/College Park Area – Wreck
12:55 p.m. Hwy 242 between Great Oaks Dr. and Sprawling Oaks Drive – Wreck
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NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope
The countdown is over. NFL training camp has arrived. Every team is 0-0 so there’s hope in each city that this season ends with a championship parade. Bryce Young and the defending NFC South champion Carolina Panthers report Wednesday. So do the Arizona Cardinals, led by rookie h...
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CISD BACK TO SCHOOL BASH-FREE BACKPACKS, HAIRCUTS,
On Saturday, July 25, at Conroe High School from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, families will not only receive free backpacks filled with school supplies, but they’ll also find free haircuts, snacks, community resources, district departments ready to answer questions, and support from the M...
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HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe names new chief medical officer
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe named Dr. Renee Hebbeler-Clark its new chief medical officer July 17. The details Hebbeler-Clark has more than 15 years of clinical experience, with a background in patient safety, quality improvement and hospital operations, according to a July 17 n...
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Traffic Alert: FM 1485 – Conroe – Wreck, Closure
6:50 p.m. FM 1485 between Hwy 105 E. and the railroad tracks – wreck and temporary road closure at the crash
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Authorities ask public for help identifying suspect accused of exposing himself at NW Harris County apartment complex
The Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office is asking the public for help identifying a suspect wanted in connection to an indecent exposure investigation. The constable’s office says the incidents happened at an apartment complex located in the 13000 block of Windfern Road. Pilo...
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Italian court blocks Lee Gilley's extradition for now over death penalty concerns
The Court of Appeal in Turin, Italy, has for now blocked the U.S. government’s request to extradite Harris County capital murder suspect Lee Gilley over concerns about the death penalty, according to Italian court records obtained by KPRC 2 News. RELATED: Lee Gilley asks Italian ...
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Pct. 4 Seeks Info on Indecent Exposure Suspect
HARRIS COUNTY, TX- Deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office are asking for the public’s help identifying a man wanted in connection with an indecent exposure investigation. The incidents occurred at an apartment complex in the 13000 block of Windfern Road in northwest ...
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Traffic Alert: N. Frazier St. – Conroe – Temporary Northbound Lane Closure
10:35 a.m. N. Frazier St. in Conroe – Northbound right lane CLOSED between Wilson Road and Hwy 105/W. Phillips St. because of a very long line of cars in line and waiting for Joe’s Italian Back to School Backpacks & Meals Drive Through Giveaway. The event begins at 11 a.m. and co...
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Fire Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Conroe – Vehicle Fire
9:40 a.m. I-45 northbound main lanes near Loop 336 – Vehicle Fire
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Get Fictional offers handmade soy candles with a bookish twist in Conroe
A lifelong love of books and crafting came full circle for local entrepreneur Keely Mahaffey with her new shop, Get Fictional , founded in Downtown Conroe on June 13, 2025. The boutique combines handcrafted soy-based candles with a curated selection of books from local authors as...
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6 road project updates to know this July in The Woodlands area
A number of road projects are underway in The Woodlands area, some of which are funded by the Montgomery County road bond as well as ongoing projects from the Texas Department of Transportation . This list is not comprehensive, and details are subject to change. Upcoming projects...
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18 events happening in The Woodlands area through late August
Looking for something fun to do with friends or family in The Woodlands area? Community Impact’s events guide highlights a handful of activities happening through late August. Instrument Petting Zoo This interactive experience on will offer children a hands-on introduction to the...
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Wreck Reported on I-45 Northbound Service Road Near River Plantation
A crash was reported Saturday evening on the I-45 northbound service road near River Plantation in Conroe, per Montgomery County Police Reporter.
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Crews respond to deadly house fire in northwest Harris County, officials say
Crews with the Cy-Fair Fire Department were working a fatality fire Sunday in the 9600 block of Maple Leaf Drive, in the Maple Leaf Gardens subdivision, officials said. Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies are also responding. The Harris County Fi...
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Hwy 105 Westbound Closed After Saturday Morning Bicycle Crash
A vehicle-bicycle crash on Hwy 105 near Lawrence Creek Road shut down westbound lanes Saturday morning in the Conroe area.
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18-year-old killed, 20-year-old wounded in shooting outside North Freeway restaurant, HCSO says
A shooting outside a business along the North Freeway left one young man dead and another hospitalized early Sunday, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office . Deputies were called around 1:30 a.m. to the 12901 block of the North Freeway near Airtex, where they found two m...
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Man charged after fatal shooting in Sheldon-area home on Maritime Drive, HCSO says
A man is now charged in connection with a deadly shooting that happened Saturday evening in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office . Deputies were called to a home in the 11100 block of Maritime Drive in the Sheldon area just after 6:30 p.m. Inve...
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I-45 Northbound Crash Near Woodlands Parkway Snarls Friday Traffic
A Friday afternoon wreck on I-45 northbound between Rayford Road and Woodlands Parkway is slowing commuters heading toward Conroe.
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Conroe Service Dog Goober Missing Near I-45 Corridor
A service dog named Goober has been missing from a central Conroe neighborhood since early July, prompting concern across Montgomery County.
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Montgomery County Animal Shelter Hosts Weekend Adoption Event With Scavenger Hun
Montgomery County Animal Shelter is holding a weekend adoption event this Saturday, giving local families a chance to bring home a shelter pet.
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Lake Conroe Patrol Logged 14 Incidents Over July 4th Weekend
Montgomery County Precinct 1 deputies handled 14 calls on Lake Conroe over the Fourth of July holiday, including a serious boat crash and two BWI arrests....
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Conroe Noon Lions: Conroe club members attend Lions International Convention in Hong Kong
Recently, my husband and I had the privilege of representing Conroe Noon Lions Club at the 108th Lions International Convention in Hong Kong. While Hong Kong itself was an unforgettable destination, the greatest part of the experience was joining thousands of Lions from around th...
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Rotary: Judge Kristin Bays updates Conroe club on judicial-system needs
The Rotary Club of Conroe heard from Judge Kristin Bays about the needs of the judicial system at their meeting last Tuesday. On the last Tuesday of July, these same Rotarians and guests will hear District Attorney Mike Holley about his Departments activities and needs. With a go...
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A Look Back: The Start of the Flood Management Division
In response to a 2018 charge by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, the San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) immediately began taking a more active role in regional flood management by creating a Flood Management Division to oversee the development of short and long-term flood management s...
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Sunken Pirate Attraction Pulled From Lake Conroe After July 4 Sinking
A pirate-themed boat attraction sank on Lake Conroe over the July 4th weekend and was recovered Wednesday by two towing companies.
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Local nonprofits receive $3.3 million from Woodforest Charitable Foundation
Woodforest Charitable Foundation awarded $6.7 million to 232 nonprofit organizations in 2026, including $3.3 million presented to 55 local and regional charities serving Montgomery and Harris counties during its recent annual charity partner distributions luncheon held May 6 at T...
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National Youth Theater Announces New NYT Arts Center in Conroe
National Youth Theater (NYT) is proud to announce the opening of the NYT Arts Center, a new permanent home for the organization and a major milestone in its mission of engaging students in life-changing experiences through the performing arts. The facility, located at 1115 Housto...
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Harris County Kroger Shooting Suspect Detained, No Public Threat Remains
A shooting at a Harris County Kroger ended Tuesday with the suspect in custody and no ongoing danger, authorities confirmed.
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Montgomery County operation tied to World Cup security effort leads to 61 arrests, 28 trafficking victims recovered
A monthlong human trafficking operation planned around the FIFA World Cup led to 61 arrests, 79 charges and the recovery of 28 victims, officials said. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: sports The post Montgomery County operation tied to World Cup security e...
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Danny Minton: Christopher Nolan puts his own A+ twist on Homer’s ‘The Odyssey’
The Odyssey Rated R for violence and some language In Theaters When you think Christopher Nolan, your mind should immediately imagine big, smart epic filmmaking. For decades, he has brought us some of the grandest movies imaginable, such as The Dark Knight Trilogy, Interstellar, ...
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Wine Walk: In the mid-point of summer here is what is happening in the Texas vineyards
Many Texas vineyards had grapevines that were budding when a freeze in the 20’s damaged primary buds. However, grape vines have a secondary budding which is smaller if vines experienced freezing temperatures when the vines are budding out in leaves. In cases throughout the vineya...
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The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 13th season
The Woodlands Symphony Orchestra recently announced its Season 13 concert lineup, inviting fans to leave convention at the door and “Expect the Unexpected.” Spanning from July 2026 to May 2027, the WSO will perform four genre-defying concerts, featuring a stadium-rocking sports t...
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Conroe Ladder Truck Responds to Billboard Medical Emergency on SH 105
A man in medical distress on a Lamar billboard above SH 105 prompted a midday rescue response from Conroe fire crews Tuesday.
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Taco Bell Pulls Fresh Ingredients Amid Cyclospora Outbreak Hitting Texas
Taco Bell locations in Texas have pulled certain fresh ingredients as federal health officials track a multistate Cyclospora parasite outbreak affecting Montgomery County-area diners....
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Tree Trimmer Shocked Near Power Lines, Rescued in Montgomery County
A tree trimmer was left suspended near live power lines Monday evening in Montgomery County until Entergy crews could cut power for a safe rescue.
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61 Arrested, 28 Human Trafficking Victims Rescued in Major Montgomery County Multi-Agency Operation
61 Arrested, 28 Human Trafficking Victims Rescued in Major Montgomery County Mul...
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10th Annual Boots & Suits Gala: A Night of Honor & Celebration of the Boots for Troops Mission
The Tomball, TX-Based nonprofit brought supporters together at Hotel ZaZa in Houston, Texas for an evening centered on military morale, personal impact and the people who keep the mission moving. A full gala can still feel personal. That was the atmosphere July 11, 2026, as Boots...
