Colson Montgomery hit a solo homer and Sam Antonacci drove in two runs to lead the Chicago White Sox over the Houston Astros 6-3 in Game 1 of an AL Wild Card Series on Tuesday. The White Sox, in the postseason for the first time since 2021, made a remarkable turnaround this year to become the onl...
government
Christmas lights are moving downtown this holiday season, and the Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival is getting help promoting its upcoming event. Conroe City Council approved both items Sept. 24 , renewing a reduced-cost contract for holiday lighting and awarding a $20,000 marketing ...
schools
The Texas Education Agency is asking state lawmakers to spend $97.3 billion on K-12 education initiatives and staffing in the next two years, up from about $91 billion in the current state budget . What you need to know During a Sept. 29 hearing on the agency’s legislative approp...
safety
A Houston man has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for his role in setting fire to a medical center under construction in Spring, a blaze that injured a firefighter and caused millions of dollars in damage. Truong Quoc Duong, 55, was sentenced to 84 months in feder...
schools
Houston ISD is making budget and staffing cuts at campuses across the district, with school leaders notifying families about changes to classrooms, teaching positions and programs. The district says the adjustments are tied to lower-than-expected enrollment and changes in availab...
government
Position 3 candidate makes public safety, preserving the character of The Woodlands and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars his top priorities
parks
From haunted attractions to pumpkin patches, check out the fall events being held in New Caney and Porter throughout October. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. 1. Halloween at Big Rivers Waterpark Visit the “Boo Rivers” or “Voodoo Bayou Haunted Trail” ...
business
Local Mexican restaurant Conroe Icehouse will be opening its doors in late October, according to general manager Justin Marshall. What’s special about it? Conroe Icehouse will operate alongside in-house and supplemental food trucks. The restaurant is also equipped with a full bar...
