Walk into any seventh-grade classroom in The Woodlands and you'll find the usual assortment of spiral notebooks, half-finished homework, and doodles in the margins. What you won't expect — what stops people in their tracks — are the fully realized, intricately detailed manga pane...
Chuy’s is now serving Tex-Mex in Willis. The details A representative with the company confirmed the restaurant opened May 25 at 12160 I-45, Willis The new location is near the intersection of I-45 and FM 1097. What they offer The Austin-based restaurant is known for its Tex-Mex ...
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View in Full Page Format Family Feud June 26, 2026 12:00 am B52 Brewing Company Games & Sports Teams of friends & family compete in a bracket tournament answering classic feud style questions in a fast-paced buzzer beater for glory & gift cards! [...] More Info Friday Night Trivi...
By Cole Gee Cole joined Community Impact in 2025 as the general assignment reporter for the Tomball/Magnolia and Conroe/Montgomery areas. Before joining CI, Cole worked for many different news organizations, including KWBU News, The Houston Defender, and his alma mater’s st...
Conroe’s animal shelter is now operating as a no-kill shelter after euthanasia numbers dropped sharply under city management, Conroe Police Chief Jon Buckholtz told City Council during a May 28 update. The city took over direct operations of the shelter Sept. 20, 2024, after what...
Sometimes the best evenings are the simplest ones. A good meal, comfortable company, and a local musician playing somewhere nearby. Fortunately, Conroe, TX has quietly built a live music scene that offers exactly that. Whether you’re looking for a casual date night, a place to me...
KimoKawaii Anime Experience & Convention celebrates its 5th anniversary with an array of notable voice actors, guest authors, cosplay contest, Japanese fashion show and Anime Family Feud on June 6 – 7 at the Lonestar Convention and Expo Center, 9055 Airport Rd. in Conroe. Co...
Conroe’s new Oscar Johnson Jr. Enrichment and Recreation Center is still in its warranty phase, but city officials said May 28 they are working through several post-construction issues at the nearly $40 million, 87,000-square-foot facility. The update came during a Conroe City Co...
On June 4, Lone Star College System‘s board of trustees will consider calling an election for three trustee seats in November. The big picture LSCS trustees for Districts 3, 4 and 9 are slated to be up for election Nov. 3, according to June 4 meeting documents for the colle...
The Houston-area craft brewery, best known for its Bombshell Blonde Ale, is the latest casualty in an industrywide downturn. The post Southern Star Brewing Company announces plans to close after nearly 20 years in Conroe appeared first on Lake Conroe....
The Conroe Noon Lions marked the Wednesday after the Memorial Day Weekend by remembering one of our departed WW II veterans — Lion Pete Brasher. Lion Pete served in the Navy during the war and became a prominent Conroe area businessman. Pete had an uncanny, sharp wit and was amaz...
Conroe City Council approved nearly $1.9 million in heavy equipment purchases May 28, moving forward with several vehicle replacements aimed at supporting the city’s ongoing public works operations. The details The council approved the fiscal year 2025-26 VERF heavy equipment rep...
By Cole Gee Cole joined Community Impact in 2025 as the general assignment reporter for the Tomball/Magnolia and Conroe/Montgomery areas. Before joining CI, Cole worked for many different news organizations, including KWBU News, The Houston Defender, and his alma mater’s st...
On June 1, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a deputy with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office discovered a suspicious package in the 200 block of West Phillips Street. The package was located next to the deputy’s patrol vehicle and was leaning against the rear whe...
The following press release titled “Artificial Intelligence Used in Child Exploitation” was received on Friday, May 29 at 10:30 a.m. View suspect names and photos here. During the month of May 2026, Constable Ryan Gable’s Criminal Investigations Division opened an inv...
A Montgomery County deputy is suspended, accused of sharing an arrestee’s photos on social media, according to the Precinct 5 Constable’s office. CONROE, Texas — A Montgomery County Precinct 5 Constable’s deputy has been suspended following allegations that the ...
The Montgomery County Memorial Library System’s upcoming summer reading program runs from June 1-July 25. The theme is “Unearth a Story,” and the library system will have free events and reading challenges as part of the program, according to a May 26 news release. About th...
The Woodlands Township Board of Directors held a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, May 28, 2026. During the meeting, the board of directors accepted the Flock Safety License Plate Reader Camera System Report, approved the new The Woodlands Express Bus Wrap Design, and more...
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428524 Hold: MALE – 2.00 BUFF DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/02/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is not performed...
Investigators in Montgomery County are asking the public for assistance after a 81-year-old man was found dead with a gunshot wound inside a home Monday.The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said it happened at a home in the 19200 block of Trails End Road around 8 a.m. They resp...
Nearly $8.4 billion in new state funding was not enough to save Texas public school districts from budget shortfalls and campus closures, school administrators said June 1. During a nearly 10-hour public hearing at the state Capitol, school district leaders spoke of efforts to st...
As extreme weather events become more frequent, CenterPoint Energy announced June 1 that it is expanding its storm preparedness efforts through a partnership with Technosylva, a provider of weather, wildfire and flood modeling software. “Preparing for extreme weather today requir...
Today, with the start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, CenterPoint is kicking off its “Hurricane Readiness Week,” building on Governor Greg Abbott’s proclamation last week recognizing May 25 – 30 as Hurricane Preparedness Week in Texas, and sharing a series of critica...
While hurricane season begins on June 1, severe weather preparation at Entergy Texas is a year-round effort focused on cost-saving grid investments, storm readiness training and proactive maintenance such as vegetation management and deploying smart ...
4:45 p.m. Waukegan Road in the Curve near Millmac Road – Auto vs. Tree
1 p.m. Firefighters are responding to a commercial structure fire reported at Wiesner Buick GMC on I-45 southbound, south of Wilson Road in Conroe. They are not seeing any signs of fire upon arrival....
School officers across the state turned to heavy-handed tactics on children, often in response to minor misbehavior, the investigation shows.
June 1 marks the beginning of hurricane season and a familiar tension settles over Houston.The forecasts and skies may still be quiet, but for many residents, the memory of 2024 lingers. It’s not just the storms they remember. It’s the darkness that followed.RELATED: Should hurri...
As the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially gets underway, CenterPoint Energy is talking about the resiliency work the company says it has been focused on. Will CenterPoint keep the lights on this hurricane season?The company calls the plan the Greater Houston Resiliency Ini...
St. Somewhere Spa, the premier wellness retreat at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston, has earned a spot among the top 10 spas in Montgomery County, according to BusinessRate, a platform that ranks local businesses based on Google Reviews. “Every day, our...
MONTGOMERY, TX — St. Somewhere Spa, the premier wellness retreat at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston, has earned a spot among the top 10 spas in Montgomery County, according to BusinessRate, a platform that ranks local businesses based on Google Reviews. ...
There are several events to attend in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. Check them out below. This is not a comprehensive list and events are subject to change. Jurassic Quest Jurassic Quest will host a realistic Jurassic tour this weekend, with a variety of family-fri...
Home sales saw a decrease in the Conroe and Montgomery area in April, according to market data provided by Tammy Sohl at JLA Realty. What you need to know In seven of the eight ZIP codes in the Conroe and Montgomery area, home sales declined, with total home sales decreasing 4.3%...
The Conroe Texas Police Department released the following statement Monday night: On June 1, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., a deputy with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office discovered a suspicious package in the 200 block of West Phillips Street. The package was loca...
Kathleen Adams used to call her home her “forever.” The Conroe-area property had room for reunions, a pool and a 1,400-square-foot porch. Now, much of her life is boxed upstairs. After repeated floods, she said she watches the weather, tracks river levels—and waits for a buyout p...
The Montgomery County Food Bank received 40,000 pounds of food donated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and JustServe. This donation was part of a nationwide effort to donate 250 truckloads of food to food banks across all 50 states as part of the celebration of...
A Montgomery County man has been sentenced to 30 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice after pleading guilty to Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon Causing Serious Bodily Injury involving Family Violence. Lance Michael Campbell, 39, was sentenced by Judge Kathleen...
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428741 Hold: MALE – 1.30 BLACK / TORTIE DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/01/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is not...
Authorities are investigating a suspicious package discovered Monday in downtown Conroe, prompting evacuations and multiple street closures near the Montgomery County Courthouse.At around 5:30 p.m., authorities announced that the package has been made safe, and an all-clear signa...
From MCSO: 5:27 Update: Scene is Secure- Montgomery County Fire Marshal’s Office has made the package safe and will be handling the primary investigation along with Conroe PD. Original Info: The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office along with the Montgomery County Fire Marsha...
Authorities said a homeowner called Saturday night, reporting that they had found a unknown dead person in front of their residence.
On the afternoon of May 27, 2026, the Montgomery County Precinct 5 Constable administration became aware of allegations involving a Deputy sharing pictures of an arrestee and a picture of their driver’s license on social media for unknown reasons. The Precinct 5 Constable’s Offic...
Michael Levi Flores, 23, crashed during his escape attempt, investigators said. He was taken into custody and is expected to be charged with murder. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A 23-year-old man was arrested Monday morning after investigators said he shot and killed his mother and...
Deputies with the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office are mourning the loss of retired K9 Ultras, a longtime member of the Precinct 4 team remembered for his service and loyalty.Ultras, who was 14, spent years working alongside deputies after joining the agency in 2015. D...
About 10:30pm an intoxicated female was driving south on Airport Road from Fm 1484 at a high rate of speed. Without even hitting her brakes she crashed through the Conroe Airport fence and was driving around the airport. Multiple MCSO units responded and were able to take her int...
Montgomery County Precinct 3 investigators say an 18-year-old Conroe man is accused of using an artificial intelligence app on his phone to create nude images of underage girls by digitally manipulating photos pulled from public social media accounts.Constable Ryan Gable’s Crimin...
A Montgomery County deputy is suspended, accused of sharing an arrestee's photos on social media, according to the Precinct 5 Constable's office.
Montgomery County investigators say a former Precinct 3 Constable’s Office deputy is behind bars after allegedly using police-only databases for personal reasons.The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said Louis Norman was arrested Friday following a joint probe by the sheriff’s ...
Detectives with the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office are asking for the public’s help locating a missing juvenile last seen earlier this month in Conroe.According to the constable’s office, investigators responded Friday, May 29, 2026, to a Missing/Runaway Juvenile...
Whether you're heading to Hobby Airport, downtown Houston for an Astros game, or simply driving across town, TxDOT is closing some major corridors, which may slow Houston drivers this weekend....
An active shooter situation in Kings Colony, east Montgomery County, has resulted in multiple shooting vitims, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — Montgomery County deputies and other law enforcement agencies are responding to an ...
After nearly 20 years of serving up beer, Conroe’s Southern Star Brewing Co. is calling it quits, becoming the latest local brewery to close. FROM SOUTHERN STARS FACEBOOK PAGE After many incredible years, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our doors and bring this chapter...
MONTGOMERY COUN TY, TX- On Saturday, May 23, 2026, around 8:30 p.m., Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office West Patrol Deputies participating in the Memorial Day DWI Task Force conducted a traffic stop in the 8200 block of FM 1488 in Magnolia. The driver and sole occupant of the veh...
Pct. 4 said the deputy was taken to the hospital after their patrol car was hit by another vehicle overnight.
Lake Conroe Centennial Lions Club held a General Meeting recently at Walden Yacht Club. President Katherine Maher called the meeting to order, with Bill Hogan starting us off with a prayer. Bob Neilsen then led us all in the Pledges to the American Flag and the Texas Flag. After ...
Conroe Noon Lions are gearing up for some great events as we wrap up our “Lion’s year 25/26”. Our Service Saturday had a huge turnout of helping hands with power tools and plenty of energy to tackle a list of “honey do’s” for one of our fellow Lions needing some assistance for th...
The last two weeks have been very busy for the Rotary Club of Conroe. These are the weeks for distribution of the “I Like Me!” books to the first-grade students in the Conroe High School feeder zone. This project has delivered personalized books to first-grade students since the ...
A Conroe restaurant owner says he paid a contractor more than $200,000 to build out a new restaurant location, but claims the work was never finished. The contractor disputes those allegations, saying he was nearly done with the project when he was fired....
The lawsuit filed last year by Rhea Young alleged she was fired in retaliation for refusing to segregate and limit access to books containing LGBTQ+ themes or ideas. The post Ousted library director wins $475,000 settlement in discrimination lawsuit against Montgomery County appe...
Missing Juvenile/ Runaway: Layth was last seen on May 23, 2026 when she was dropped off at work in the 15200 block of Saddlewood, Conroe. Layth was wearing a black t-shirt and khaki shorts. If you know the whereabouts or have any information on Layth, please contact the Montgomer...
Licasa Treatment Center has opened a new location in Conroe, expanding mental health and addiction recovery services in the area, according to a May 11 news release. Licasa was founded by Lilit Muradyan and first established in Los Angeles in 2016. What they offer The Conroe cent...
5:55 p.m. FM 3083 near Piney Point Rd. between Loop 336 and Hwy 105 – Wreck
Montgomery County Precinct 5 Constable's Office said it became aware of the allegations on Wednesday. They said the deputy was sharing the pictures on social media for unknown reasons....
9:55 a.m. FM 3083 at Airport Parkway – Wreck
Investigators did not immediately say if there was a suspect description or what led up to the shooting of 81-year-old James Blount.
MONTGOMERY, TX — Back by popular demand, the Headliner Comedy Series at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston is returning for another unforgettable night of laughs. Whether you’re planning a date night, a night out with friends, or simply looking for a reason to...
6:20 p.m. UPDATE Calvary Road between I-45 and the NMC Fire Station – Auto vs. Ditch 6:15 p.m. Calvary Road at Snoe Road – Wreck (auto vs. ditch)...
At its June 2 special board meeting, the Conroe ISD board finalized the hiring of five new principals to serve the district for the 2026-27 school year. Meeting highlights 1. Gordon Reed Elementary School Amy Barber originally served at Geisienge Elementary in multiple roles, inc...
Investigators did not immediately say if there was a suspect description or what led up to the shooting of 81-year-old James Blount.
Texans are on track to use more electricity this summer than ever before, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas announced during a board meeting this week. What you need to know ERCOT, which operates the power grid for the majority of Texas, is forecasting high temperatures a...
An 81-year-old Conroe man described by friends as one of the nicest people you would ever meet was found shot to death in his home and investigators are now asking the public to help find his killer.James Blount, known to many as “Mr. Jim,” was discovered shot in his home off Tra...
1:30 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just south of FM 830 – wreck
Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones is inviting residents to celebrate Juneteenth with a series of free, family-friendly events across the county this month.The events are designed to commemorate Juneteenth, the day on June 19, 1865, when enslaved African America...
11:45 a.m. I-45 southbound main lanes at Rayford/Sawdust – Wreck (poss. 3 vehicles involved)
Back by popular demand, the Headliner Comedy Series at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston is returning for another unforgettable night of laughs. Whether you’re planning a date night, a night out with friends, or simply looking for a reason to laugh, this is th...
Montgomery County Precinct 3 is launching a significant upgrade to its traffic signal infrastructure with the installation of Miovision’s advanced traffic management technology, providing smarter, safer and more efficient intersection operations to motorists and pedestrians throu...
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428929 Hold: MALE – 1 TAN / BLACK GERM SHEPHERD / MIX This animal has been at the shelter since 06/04/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is n...
6:15 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes at the Rayford Road on-ramp- wreck
The state continues to enact laws and mandates to make schools safer, but school districts are finding it hard to fund the cost of compliance.
10 a.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just south of Research Forest Dr / Tamina – Wreck
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Texas (Habitat MCTX) is now accepting applications for its Homeownership Program, offering qualified families the opportunity to purchase affordable homes in Marble Creek, a new Habitat community in Magnolia. Marble Creek will create aff...
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By Cole Gee Cole joined Community Impact in 2025 as the general assignment reporter for the Tomball/Magnolia and Conroe/Montgomery areas. Before joining CI, Cole worked for many different news organizations, including KWBU News, The Houston Defender, and his alma mater’s st...
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General dentist Dr. Keyshla Escobar Rivera said KeySmiles Dental is now offering services in Conroe. The details Originally from Puerto Rico, Rivera said she is fully bilingual in Spanish and English. Per the website, KeySmiles Dental offers a variety of dental services including...
There are several events to attend in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. Check them out below. This is not a comprehensive list, and events are subject to change. KimoKawaii Anime Convention The fifth annual KimoKawaii Anime Convention will be at the Lone Star Conventio...
Three Lone Star College System seats are slated to go before voters in November after the college system’s trustees called the election during the June 4 board meeting. The gist LSCS trustees for Districts 3, 4 and 9 are scheduled to be up for election Nov. 3, according to ...
The son of an 81-year-old Conroe man has been charged in his father’s murder.James Blount, known to many as “Mr. Jim,” was found shot inside his home on Trails End Road on Monday after a family member called 911. When deputies arrived, they found Blount suffering from a gunshot w...
A son was charged with murder in connection with the murder of his father inside a home in the Conroe area, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office....
12:50 p.m. W. Dallas St. at N. Frazier St. – wreck
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428633 Hold: NEUTERED MALE – 2 BUFF DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/06/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is not per...
Investigators said the 11-year-old on the electric bike tried to go around a vehicle stopped at an intersection and collided with an oncoming vehicle.
9:55 p.m. I-45 southbound main lanes south of Hwy 242/College Park Dr – Wreck
5:45 p.m. W. FM 1097 westbound at I-45 nort6hbound feeder – wreck
New financial reports reveal that CenterPoint Energy CEO Jason Wells received a 30% raise in the months following Hurricane Beryl. Lawmakers and electric customers skewered Wells and the utility company for their disastrous response to restoring power after the Category 1 hurrica...
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Several transportation projects are underway around the Conroe and Montgomery area, including road widenings, lighting work, drainage improvements and culvert replacements. According to a June construction update from the Texas Department of Transportation, some projects are expe...
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A429066 Hold: MALE – 1.25 ORG TABBY / WHITE DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/08/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is ...
6:05 p.m. I-45 northbound service road at Lane Ln. – wreck
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said the investigation began after deputies linked a suspect vehicle from a gas station burglary in The Woodlands to its owner. As investigators dug deeper, they said they discovered burglaries spanning multiple counties....
1:05 p.m. The shipping container fire on Koalstad Road has been upgraded to a hazmat response. Firefighters began attacking the fire with water and were told by supervisors at the plant too much water would make the fire worse. The fire was dispatched at a chemical manufacturing ...
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) has successfully dismantled a multi-county burglary ring responsible for a series of commercial burglaries across Southeast Texas. The investigation began following a burglary at the Shell Gas Station located in Th...
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According to official meeting documents, Willis ISD’s board will hold its second budget workshop for fiscal year 2026-27, at which trustees will review multiple items, including the employee compensation plan and purchases for the district, including new classroom equipment...
On June 9th, 2026, at 2:12 pm, the Conroe Police Department was dispatched to 1200 League Line Rd. (McDonald’s restaurant) in reference to an active disturbance. As patrol officers arrived, they learned that an 18-year-old male, later identified as Jeremiah Lawson, was possibly h...
A heavy police presence was reported near a fast-food restaurant parking lot off I-45 in Conroe.The situation was reported Tuesday afternoon, after drivers nearby called in reports of authorities at the scene. Conroe Police Department vehicles and SWAT officials were seen surroun...
Conroe Police say a 18-year-old man, who was possibly having a mental health crisis while seated in a vehicle in the parking lot of a McDonald’s restaurant, was taken into custody following a standoff with SWAT Tuesday.It happened in the parking lot of the McDonald’s restaurant l...
11:45 a.m. Lake rescue units are headed to an overturned mini-sailboat in the Seven Coves area. One occupant is reportedly in the water.
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By Cole Gee Cole joined Community Impact in 2025 as the general assignment reporter for the Tomball/Magnolia and Conroe/Montgomery areas. Before joining CI, Cole worked for many different news organizations, including KWBU News, The Houston Defender, and his alma mater’s st...
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On June 4, a $25 million increase was approved for Lone Star College System’s textbook program in order to continue the services through fiscal year 2026-27. In a nutshell The maximum amount to be spent to fund LSCS’s textbook program was raised to $79.24 million total, according...
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The inaugural Piney Woods Film Festival will spotlight 64 feature films and documentaries by local and international filmmakers June 11-13 in its first showcase. Hosted at Lone Star College-Montgomery, the festival spans three days with each day presenting a full itinerary to att...
3:30 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, south of Rayford Road – wreck, heavy traffic
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Texas must protect residential consumers from paying for the infrastructure needed to power new data centers, Gov. Greg Abbott said in a June 10 order aimed at balancing the rapid growth of data centers with the needs of residents and communities. The big picture The governor dir...
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CONROE, TX — The Players Theatre Company is honored to host a special Juneteenth presentation of Texas Underground Railroad, presented by the Heritage Museum of Montgomery County. This powerful original work, written and performed by Whitney Shelton, explores stories of cou...
On Thursday, June 4, 2026, at approximately 3:40 PM, deputies with the Montgomery County Precinct 5 Constables Department, while patrolling the Villages of High Meadow Ranch, observed a young male operating a street-illegal electric bicycle at a high rate of speed on Champions Dr...
A youth softball coach in Montgomery County has been arrested on a charge of online solicitation of a minor after allegedly seeking sex with a detective who was posing as a 15-year-old girl, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen announced.The coach was identified as Natha...
Beginning on June 23rd and continuing through August, CenterPoint Energy will hold more than 13 “Community Connect” events in neighborhoods across Greater Houston. The local outreach events, which will include a range of CenterPoint team members and customer representatives, will...
Picture Animal Description ROXIE IN SHELTER – A427886 Hold: SPAYED FEMALE – 1 BROWN BELG MALINOIS / MIX This animal has been at the shelter since 06/11/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performe...
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There are several events to attend in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. Check them out below. This is not a comprehensive list, and events are subject to change. Outrun Hunger On June 13, the Outrun Hunger event will be held at Grand Central Park in Conroe. This commun...
The post Montgomery County woman, 78, found dead after house with no working smoke alarms catches fire, investigators say appeared first on Lake Conroe....
2:40 AM-MAJOR ACCIDENT I-45 NORTHBOUND AT SHENANDOAH IN FRONT OF BUFFALO WILD WINGS, A TIRE CAME OFF THE TRUCK, TRUCK HIT THE WALL
Montgomery County Food Bank has been selected as one of the first host organizations for Claude Corps, a new national fellowship program launched today by Anthropic, the AI company behind Claude. The national program, backed by an initial $150 million commitment, will train 1,000...
2:45 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes near the Rayford Road Exit – Wreck (3 vehicles)
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Willis ISD’s board, at its June 10 meeting, approved the compensation plan for FY 2026-27, which Chief Financial Officer Garrett Matej presented. The action taken The approved FY 2026-27 new employee compensation plan includes a minimum 3% net increase for teachers. For ret...
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MONTGOMERY, TX — As the world’s biggest soccer tournament arrives in Houston, Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston is pulling out all the stops for “Swim-Up Soccer Summer,” featuring live music, events, and a globally inspired food and drink menu that brings the...
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Top This Party Co. will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 14 to celebrate its official opening in Conroe. Two-minute impact Top This Party Co. Owner Selena Leal said the decision to open this store came from happenstance during a conversation with a friend who mentione...
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Conroe Noon Lions Club was treated this week to a performance of the highly anticipated show 1776-the musical, by The Players Theatre Company. Just like any show there were a few club previews before the entertainment began. Quick reminder that the Annual Golf Tournament at Walde...
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Teaching can be a deeply rewarding profession that provides purpose and a chance to have a positive impact. As the world changes, so does the training that goes into preparing teachers to have a basic understanding of how people learn and develop. To help students achieve their g...
8:48 PM-MAJOR ACCIDENT FM 3083 WEST AT WEST DAVIS
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During a June 11 meeting, Montgomery County commissioners voted 4-1 to create four new courts to help handle increasing caseloads. Precinct 4 Commissioner Matt Gray was the opposing vote. The initial proposal to create nine new courts was met with discussion about location and fu...
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CONROE, TX — The Montgomery County Republican Party is reminding Conroe residents and interested parties that the runoff election for the seat of Conroe Municipal Judge is taking place this Saturday, June 13. Polls will be open from 7:00 a,m, – 7:00 p.m. The runoff ra...
Rotarians are closing another fiscal year of achievements. Rotary District 5910 contains 44 active Rotary Club stretching from Beaumont toward but not including Houston. However, District 5910 contains Galveston County to the South and the five Rotary Clubs in Montgomery County. ...
On Aug. 4, 1961 Emilio Gonzales was driving on US 59 in New Caney when he suffered a serious cardiac episode and died at the age of 73. His name is not known today, and though there are documents that trace his life journey, his contributions to a community might never have been ...
Picture Animal Description IN SHELTER – A428970 Hold: PLEA FEMALE – 3 BRN TABBY DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/12/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is not ...
927AM-CONROE PURSUIT EAST ON FM 3083 FROM I-45 9:34AM-UPDATE -CRASHED AT FM 3083 AND POLLOCK
Picture Animal Description PEPPER IN SHELTER – A428934 Hold: FEMALE – 6.00 TORTIE DOMESTIC SH This animal has been at the shelter since 06/13/2026, 0 days. The following are the animals test status. If a result does not appear that test has not been performed or is no...
2:30 p.m. I-45 northbound feeder at W. Montgomery / FM 1097 – wreck
2:35 p.m. Hwy 242 eastbound near Gleneagle Dr – Wreck
3:15 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes in Walker County, north of Huntsville, near FM 2989 – major crash had the interstate stopped. Traffic is now moving at a crawl, with lanes reduced due to the crash...
4 am-With a front just east of Hempstead, heavy rains are moving toward Montgomery Coutny. Over the past few hours, Caldwell has received six inches of rain. Overnight, the Waco area was hit with heavy rains and flooding. Texas DPS reports multiple vehicles were stranded in flood...
10 a.m. An Entergy power line is down on Old Danville Road. Entergy is aware of the issue and is sending someone as soon as possible. They estimate power restoration to the 43 impacted customers by noon....
CenterPoint Energy says it is preparing to respond to potential power outages and weather-related impacts as heavy rain, thunderstorms and possible flooding move into the Greater Houston area this week.According to the National Weather Service, the region could see between 2 and ...
11:15 a.m. Lake Forest Drive at Timber Lane – Wreck has Timber Lane closed at the intersection
CenterPoint Energy made $1 billion in 2025; but the investor-owned utility says it doesn’t profit from the rates customers pay on their electric bills. If that’s true, how does the Fortune 500 company actually make money? What’s on your billStart with this real electricity bill b...
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- 6:50 p.m. DPS and Conroe Police are searching the area around Austin St. and Arnold St. for a black man wearing gray pants and a blue hoodie. He fled on foot from DPS in that area. Conroe Police have joined the search....
While my name was on the ballot, this victory belongs to the incredible team of volunteers and supporters who stood by me until the very last vote was cast. To my campaign team: you poured your hearts into every door knock, every phone call, and every long night. Your unwavering ...
Child Advocates of Montgomery County announced the inaugural Prevailing HOPE: A Gathering for Good luncheon, a community event dedicated to uplifting children in crisis and honoring the individuals who rise above adversity to create lasting change. Presented by Lennar, the lunche...
A lockdown at Lone Star College-Tomball was lifted Tuesday afternoon after campus police investigated a reported threat involving a rifle and determined there was no danger to students or staff.The campus was placed on lockdown shortly after 1 p.m. after a report was made to the ...
Montgomery County Food Bank invited the community to leave hunger in the dust at its annual Outrun Hunger event, presented by H-E-B, on Saturday, June 13. Runners and walkers of all ages joined in on the fun at The Lake House at Grand Central Park in Conroe. View moments from the...
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A 75-year-old man was killed Tuesday morning when his pickup truck hydroplaned on a rain-soaked stretch of Interstate 45 and crashed into a ditch, the Texas Department of Public Safety said. The crash happened about 9 a.m. on I-45 southbound, just south...
6:30 p.m. I-45 northbound service road near Metropark Drive – four vehicle injury crash
CenterPoint Energy says it has activated its Emergency Operations Center and mobilized 2,600 personnel as a tropical disturbance threatens the Greater Houston area with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and the potential for flash flooding.The update comes after the National Hurrican...
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said a group of teenagers was playing near a retention pond when a 15-year-old entered the water and did not resurface....
Authorities say a 15-year-old boy died after drowning in a flooded retention pond near Magnolia Tuesday evening.According to Lt. Richard Durbin with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, it happened near a construction road located near the 30000 block of Turriff Circle.Durbin ...
CenterPoint Energy says it has activated its Emergency Operations Center and mobilized 2,600 personnel as a tropical disturbance threatens the Greater Houston area with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and the potential for flash flooding.The update comes after the National Hurrican...
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said a group of teenagers was playing near a retention pond when a 15-year-old entered the water and did not resurface....
8:45 a.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just south of College Park/Hwy 242 – wreck
1:30 p.m. Fireboats are extinguishing a burning jet ski in the middle of Lake Conroe. Medics are evaluating a patient who was already on the shore when the fire was dispatched....
2 p.m. League Line Road at I-45 northbound feeder – wreck
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women[1] in Montgomery County and across the United States. To change that, the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, is encouraging women to prioritize ...
[On the evening of June 16, 2026) at about 6:00 p.m., deputies responded to the 30000 block of Turriff Circle in Magnolia following a report of a missing juvenile in a flooded retention pond. Preliminary information indicates a group of teenagers were playing near a construction ...
As Tropical Storm Arthur moved through Southeast Texas, bringing periods of heavy rain and localized flooding, Entergy Texas officials say the company was prepared and is already looking ahead to the rest of hurricane season.While the storm weakened after making its way through t...
Two teenagers were arrested and charged after a 14-year-old boy was found shot at an apartment complex in Conroe on Thursday morning.The Conroe Police Department responded to a shooting around 6:14 a.m. at the Alta Sergeant apartments, located at 650 Sgt. Ed Holcomb Blvd. N.Respo...
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 21-year-old [male suspect] in connection with an ongoing child abuse investigation and is urging the public to come forward with additional information. On June 17, 2026, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Un...
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 21-year-old man who worked for years as a local babysitter and nanny on a charge of indecency with a child, and investigators say there may be other victims. The Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit...
A 21-year-old man, who investigators say had worked as a babysitter and nanny, has been arrested after accusations he sexually abused a child.Evan Joseph Moore is charged with indecency with a child. He was arrested on Wednesday.The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office say the inve...
Authorities said 21-year-old Evan Joseph Moore has been a nanny in the area for several years and believe there could be more victims.
6:05 p.m. I-45 southbound, just south of Sawdust Road – wreck
12:30 p.m. I-45 southbound main lanes at the Crighton Rd Exit – wreck
Officials said a major crash on the northbound lanes of I-69 at SH 99 forced the closure of multiple main lanes.
9:05 a.m. W. Davis/Hwy 105 at Highland Hollow – wreck
Two Harris County Precinct 4 constable deputies were shot Friday night when a man ambushed them at an apartment complex, and a suspect is now in custody, authorities said. Around 10 p.m., Deputy Dante Zepeda and several other Precinct 4 deputies were dispatched to a report of a m...
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The R.F. Meador Branch Library in Willis is getting a new look, with renovations underway to refresh the library’s interior and make the space more useful for visitors of all ages, according to a Montgomery County Memorial Library System news release. The details The project is b...
Let’s Go Lions! It’s always a great week to be a Conroe Noon Lion, and this week was a great example of why Lions love being Lions!Our Golf Tournament last week was an ACE! The course was wonderful, the golf was fun, and the volunteers definitely brought their A-game. A special T...
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During the 2025-26 school year, Conroe ISD tracked the number of cellphone-related discipline referrals across its secondary campuses. This is the first year of the district tracking and implementing disciplinary measures for cellphone usage. Mark Murrell, CISD assistant superint...
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On June 16, the Conroe ISD board of trustees discussed the district’s special education department’s increasing costs and student population as well as an update on the district’s “homecoming plan,” which will return students to their zoned neighborhoods. The discussion Kendra Wi...
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CONROE, TX — On June 18th, 2026, at approximately 06:14 am, the Conroe Police Department responded to a disturbance with weapons at the Alta Sergeant apartments located at 650 Sgt. Ed Holcomb North. As Conroe Police Officers arrived, they located a 14-year-old juvenile male in th...
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There are several events taking place around the Conroe and Montgomery area through late July. Check out a few of them below. This story is not comprehensive and events are subject to change. ‘1776’ presented by The Players Theatre Company The Players Theatre Company presents “17...
Texas country music singer Casey Donahew will headline the 2026 Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival along with some returning fan-favorite Zydeco bands. The 37th annual festival is set for Oct. 9-11 at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Conroe. The music lineup for this year’s event ...
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There are several events to attend in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. Check them out below. This is not a comprehensive list, and events are subject to change. Willis Juneteenth Celebration The city of Willis’s Juneteenth Celebration will include live music and perfo...
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At the June 16 regular board meeting, the Conroe ISD board of trustees approved the 2026-27 employee compensation plan presented by CISD Chief Financial Officer Karen Garza. The conditions Garza said the total additional cost of the 2026-27 employee compensation plan compared to ...
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Conroe World War II Veteran, George Waters, celebrated his 105th Birthday on June 12th, actually having two birthday parties. One party was with his Veteran friends at the Lone Star Honor Flight Veterans Group on June 10th, and the other was at his residence at Worthington Manor,...
The Conroe Symphony Orchestra (CSO) invites the community to a spectacular season finale, “Celebrate America,” scheduled for June 27, 2026. This highly anticipated event will close out the orchestra’s 27th season while connecting the community to a momentous national milestone: t...
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The Conroe ISD board of trustees will meet on June 16 to discuss approving the new employee compensation plan as well as provide an update on the district’s special education program. In a nutshell As in previous years, the Conroe ISD board will review its employee compensation p...
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During Conroe City Council’s June 11 meeting, Conroe Police Chief Jon Buckholtz discussed Flock cameras, which are automated license plate recognition cameras, and addressed concerns regarding privacy and facial recognition. In a nutshell Buckholtz said the cameras are designed t...
One way Rotarians serve our local community is toward assisting those families with loved ones who come to Montgomery County for medical help. Outside of the Medical District in Houst, being one of the largest in the world, Montgomery County’s Hospitals consisting of Herman Memor...
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After bouts of heavy rainfall Monday and Tuesday, more rain is expected Wednesday in the Houston region, according to the National Weather Service. The post 15-year-old boy drowns in flooded retention pond in Montgomery County, sheriff’s office says appeared first on Lake Conroe....
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Texas (Habitat MCTX) is now accepting applications for its Homeownership Program, offering qualified families the opportunity to purchase affordable homes in Marble Creek, a new Habitat community in Magnolia. Marble Creek will create aff...
The library will see new seating areas, updated furniture, changes to shelving and redesigned spaces for children, teens and adults, library officials said. Plans also include more open areas for studying, reading, working and gathering....
During the 2025-26 school year, Conroe ISD tracked the number of cellphone related displine referrals across its secondary campuses. This is the first year of the district tracking and implementing disciplinary measures for cellphone usage....
On June 16, the Conroe ISD board of trustees discussed the district’s special education department's increasing costs and student population as well as an update on the district's “homecoming plan, ” which will return students to their zoned neighborhoods....
There are several events to attend in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. Check them out below. This is not a comprehensive list, and events are subject to change....
At the June 16 regular board meeting, the Conroe ISD board of trustees approved the 2026-27 employee compensation plan presented by CISD Chief Financial Officer Karen Garza....
The Conroe ISD board of trustees will meet on June 16 to discuss approving the new employee compensation plan as well as provide an update on the district's special education program....
Conroe Police Chief Jon Buckholtz said the cameras are designed to identify vehicles involved in criminal activity and are not used for traffic enforcement, to issue speeding tickets or for facial recognition....
There are several events taking place around the Conroe area through late July. Check out a few of them below. This story is not comprehensive and events are subject to change....
5:40 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just north of Tamina/Research Forest Dr – wreck
9:45 p.m. FM 2432 at Seven Coves Road – wreck
11:15 PM-Conroe and Montgomery Firefighters are on the scene at Margaritaville with a stuck elevator. Two adults and four children are in the car. Firefighters have opened the outer door and attempting to open the inner door. 11:28pm-All persons have been taken out of the elevato...
2:05 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, in the construction zone across from Huntsville Memorial Hospital, a seven-vehicle crash has occurred in the already reduced lanes, making northbound I-45 traffic a worse nightmare than usual....
12:30 AM-Montgomery County units are on the scene of a possible standoff with a male held up in a home in the 1900 block of North Acres, off African Hill Road....
Longtime Conroe High supporters Buddy and Swanette Smith are seeking school memorabilia for a new on-campus museum. The Conroe High History Museum is scheduled to open with the new school year as a years-long renovation project wraps up at the school. FAMOUS CHS GRADUATES: Who ar...
A Harris County Precinct 4 deputy who was shot during a chaotic gunfight at a Humble-area apartment complex has been released from the hospital.In a statement, Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman called Deputy Dante Zepeda’s progress “a milestone” and said his recovery will continue...
8:50 a.m. I-45 northbound on ramp north of Rayford Road – wreck
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The ice cream franchise Crispy Cones opened a new location in Conroe, owner Brian Patrick confirmed. Two-minute Impact According to its website, Crispy Cones is a franchise that features a crispy waffle cone baked rotisserie-style with gourmet soft serve ice cream, originally pop...
Crispy Cones is a franchise that features a crispy waffle cone baked rotisserie-style with gourmet soft serve ice cream.
A mother was arrested and charged after leaving a 4-year-old alone in a hot vehicle at a Costco, the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office said.
According to the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Edgar Villegas is charged with aggravated assault of a police officer after shooting two Precinct 4 deputy constables....
Based on results from the spring 2026 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, Conroe ISD outperformed statewide testing for the second year in a row, according to the June 10 results, while test scores within the district itself are lower in comparison to last year. Wha...
6:15 p.m. FM 1484 at Northridge Drive – Wreck
Based on results from the Spring 2026 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, Conroe ISD outperformed statewide testing for the second year in a row....
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Want to see the latest happenings with Montgomery County-area nonprofits and other entities? Check out Community Impact's updates below. This story is not comprehensive....
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6:15 p.m. FM 1484 at Northridge Drive – Wreck
Want to see the latest happenings with Montgomery County-area nonprofits and other entities? Check out Community Impact’s updates below. This story is not comprehensive. Montgomery County Food Bank selected for nonprofit AI fellowship, slated to participate as host organization According to a June 1
Want to see the latest happenings with Montgomery County-area nonprofits and other entities? Check out Community Impact's updates below. This story is not comprehensive.
Based on results from the spring 2026 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, Conroe ISD outperformed statewide testing for the second year in a row, according to the June 10 results, while test scores within the district itself are lower in comparison to last year. What’s changed CISD was
Based on results from the Spring 2026 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, Conroe ISD outperformed statewide testing for the second year in a row.
A mother was arrested and charged after leaving a 4-year-old alone in a hot vehicle at a Costco, the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office said.
The ice cream franchise Crispy Cones opened a new location in Conroe, owner Brian Patrick confirmed. Two-minute Impact According to its website, Crispy Cones is a franchise that features a crispy waffle cone baked rotisserie-style with gourmet soft serve ice cream, originally popularized in Europe.
Crispy Cones is a franchise that features a crispy waffle cone baked rotisserie-style with gourmet soft serve ice cream.
According to the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Edgar Villegas is charged with aggravated assault of a police officer after shooting two Precinct 4 deputy constables.
Longtime Conroe High supporters Buddy and Swanette Smith are seeking school memorabilia for a new on-campus museum. The Conroe High History Museum is scheduled to open with the new school year as a years-long renovation project wraps up at the school. FAMOUS CHS GRADUATES: Who are the most famous pe
8:50 a.m. I-45 northbound on ramp north of Rayford Road – wreck
A Harris County Precinct 4 deputy who was shot during a chaotic gunfight at a Humble-area apartment complex has been released from the hospital.In a statement, Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman called Deputy Dante Zepeda’s progress “a milestone” and said his recovery will continue. The agency also th
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12:30 AM-Montgomery County units are on the scene of a possible standoff with a male held up in a home in the 1900 block of North Acres, off African Hill Road.
2:05 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, in the construction zone across from Huntsville Memorial Hospital, a seven-vehicle crash has occurred in the already reduced lanes, making northbound I-45 traffic a worse nightmare than usual.
11:15 PM-Conroe and Montgomery Firefighters are on the scene at Margaritaville with a stuck elevator. Two adults and four children are in the car. Firefighters have opened the outer door and attempting to open the inner door. 11:28pm-All persons have been taken out of the elevator safely.
9:45 p.m. FM 2432 at Seven Coves Road – wreck
5:40 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just north of Tamina/Research Forest Dr – wreck
Let’s Go Lions! It’s always a great week to be a Conroe Noon Lion, and this week was a great example of why Lions love being Lions!Our Golf Tournament last week was an ACE! The course was wonderful, the golf was fun, and the volunteers definitely brought their A-game. A special THANKS to ALL the par
9:05 a.m. W. Davis/Hwy 105 at Highland Hollow – wreck
Two Harris County Precinct 4 constable deputies were shot Friday night when a man ambushed them at an apartment complex, and a suspect is now in custody, authorities said. Around 10 p.m., Deputy Dante Zepeda and several other Precinct 4 deputies were dispatched to a report of a man discharging a wea
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Officials said a major crash on the northbound lanes of I-69 at SH 99 forced the closure of multiple main lanes.
During the 2025-26 school year, Conroe ISD tracked the number of cellphone-related discipline referrals across its secondary campuses. This is the first year of the district tracking and implementing disciplinary measures for cellphone usage. Mark Murrell, CISD assistant superintendent for high scho
During the 2025-26 school year, Conroe ISD tracked the number of cellphone related displine referrals across its secondary campuses. This is the first year of the district tracking and implementing disciplinary measures for cellphone usage.
12:30 p.m. I-45 southbound main lanes at the Crighton Rd Exit – wreck
One way Rotarians serve our local community is toward assisting those families with loved ones who come to Montgomery County for medical help. Outside of the Medical District in Houst, being one of the largest in the world, Montgomery County’s Hospitals consisting of Herman Memorial Hospital, Housto
6:05 p.m. I-45 southbound, just south of Sawdust Road – wreck
Authorities said 21-year-old Evan Joseph Moore has been a nanny in the area for several years and believe there could be more victims.
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 21-year-old [male suspect] in connection with an ongoing child abuse investigation and is urging the public to come forward with additional information. On June 17, 2026, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit (SVU), arrested [
On June 16, the Conroe ISD board of trustees discussed the district’s special education department’s increasing costs and student population as well as an update on the district’s “homecoming plan,” which will return students to their zoned neighborhoods. The discussion Kendra Wiggins, CISD executiv
On June 16, the Conroe ISD board of trustees discussed the district’s special education department's increasing costs and student population as well as an update on the district's “homecoming plan, ” which will return students to their zoned neighborhoods.
A 21-year-old man, who investigators say had worked as a babysitter and nanny, has been arrested after accusations he sexually abused a child.Evan Joseph Moore is charged with indecency with a child. He was arrested on Wednesday.The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office say the investigation began afte
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a 21-year-old man who worked for years as a local babysitter and nanny on a charge of indecency with a child, and investigators say there may be other victims. The Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit (SVU) arrested Evan
CONROE, TX — On June 18th, 2026, at approximately 06:14 am, the Conroe Police Department responded to a disturbance with weapons at the Alta Sergeant apartments located at 650 Sgt. Ed Holcomb North. As Conroe Police Officers arrived, they located a 14-year-old juvenile male in the parking lot with a
Two teenagers were arrested and charged after a 14-year-old boy was found shot at an apartment complex in Conroe on Thursday morning.The Conroe Police Department responded to a shooting around 6:14 a.m. at the Alta Sergeant apartments, located at 650 Sgt. Ed Holcomb Blvd. N.Responding officers found
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