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Dramatic video captures explosion on Lake Conroe that launched a teen girl

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Personal watercraft turns into fireball on Lake Conroe

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Things To Do This Weekend on Lake Conroe

View in Full Page Format Family Feud June 19, 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...

Conroe Noon Lions: Annual Conroe Noon golf tournament a hole-in-one success

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...

Conroe ISD reviews impact of new cellphone policy

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...

Conroe ISD reviews rising costs, decentralization plan for special education department

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...

Conroe Police: Two Juveniles Arrested After 14-Year-Old Shot at Alta Sergeant Apartments

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...

Christmas in July, ‘Shrek the Musical’: 9 events to attend in Conroe through late July

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...

Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival performers announced ahead of October event. See who is playing.

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 ...

Conroe ISD approves employee compensation plan without across-the-board raises

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 ...

Conroe WWII Veterans Celebrates 105th Birthday

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,...

Conroe Symphony Orchestra honors the U.S. Semiquincentennial with ‘Celebrate America!”’

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...

PREVIEW: Conroe ISD set to discuss possible employee compensation plan, special education update at June 16 regular meeting

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...

Conroe police chief addresses concerns with Flock safety cameras

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...

Rotary: Montgomery County Rotarians support families through Rotary House while serving the community

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...

MCSO: Male nanny arrested in Montgomery County, accused of sexually abusing at least one child

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15-year-old boy drowns in flooded retention pond in Montgomery County, sheriff’s office says

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 Montgomery County seeks partner families for new Magnolia neighborhood

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...

STUCK AT MARGARITAVILLE

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...

GOAL-A-Rita and Soccer Summer Arrive at Margaritaville Lake Conroe

Fire Traffic Alert: Lake Conroe – Jet Ski Fire

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....

15-year-old drowns in Montgomery County after wading into floodwater near retention pond, sinking in deeper water

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 ...

4th of July at Margaritaville Lake Resort

Party decor storefront Top This Party Co. opens in Conroe

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...

Montgomery County commissioners vote 4-1 on 4 new courts

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...

Conroe Noon Lions: Club members have lunch and a show courtesy The Players ‘1776’ cast

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...

Montgomery County GOP reminds voters that Saturday is Election Day for municipal judge runoff race

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...

Rotary: Montgomery County Rotarians named to District 5910 Roll of Fame

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. ...

GOAL-A-Rita and Soccer Summer Arrive at Margaritaville Lake Conroe

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...

Swim Up Soccer Summer at Margaritaville Lake Resort

New education bachelor’s program debuts at Lone Star College-Creekside Center

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...

Heritage Museum exhibit traces the history of Montgomery County’s Latino community

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 ...

Montgomery County woman, 78, found dead after house with no working smoke alarms catches fire, investigators say

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5 events to check out around Conroe this weekend, June 12-14

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...

Free Juneteenth Performance of Texas Underground Railroad Coming to Conroes Owen Theatre

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...

Gov. Abbott tells PUC, ERCOT to ensure Texas consumers do not foot the bill for data center growth

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...

Curtains to rise on Piney Woods Film Festival in Montgomery County

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...

Breaking: Lake Rescue on Lake Conroe

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.

Lone Star College System trustees approve $25M to continue textbook program

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...

Chick-fil-A and 5 other projects registered around the Conroe, Montgomery area

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...

Laughs on the Lake: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston’s Headliner Comedy Series Returns June 13

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...

KeySmiles Dental now open in Conroe

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...

4 events to check out in Conroe, Montgomery this weekend, June 6-7

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...

3 Lone Star College System board positions up for election in November

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 ...

ERCOT forecasts record electric demand this summer amid data center boom; says grid will hold up

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...

Conroe ISD approves 5 new principals at June 2 regular board meeting.

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...

Laughs on the Lake: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houstons Headliner Comedy Series Returns June 13th

Laughs on the Lake: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houstons Headliner Comedy Series Returns June 13th

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...

$8.4B boost did not shield Texas schools from budget cuts, educators say

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...

Conroe animal shelter hits no-kill status as city plans renovations, new staffing

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...

CenterPoint Energy advances extreme weather preparedness and response efforts for hurricane season

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...

Where to Enjoy Live Music and a Relaxed Evening in Conroe

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 back in Conroe this weekend

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 nearly $40M Oscar Johnson center faces warranty, plumbing concerns

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...

3 Lone Star College System trustee seats scheduled to be up for election Nov. 3

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...

Southern Star Brewing Company announces plans to close after nearly 20 years in Conroe

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....

Conroe Noon Lions: Club celebrates life of Navy veteran, the late Pete Brasher

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...

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston’s St. Somewhere Spa Named One of the Top Spas in Montgomery County for 2026

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...

Conroe approves $1.87M in heavy equipment purchases for public works fleet

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...

Montgomery County Precinct 5 deputy suspended after allegedly sharing arrestee photos on social media

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 ...

Montgomery County library system kicking off summer reading program

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...

How Conroe kids can access free meals for the summer

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...

Margaritaville St. Somewhere Spa Recognized as Top Spa in County

Margaritaville St. Somewhere Spa Recognized as Top Spa in County

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. &#8...

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houstons St. Somewhere Spa Named One of the Top Spas in Montgomery County for 2026

Home sales decline in April in the Conroe, Montgomery area

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%...

After the water rises: How FEMA maps can affect insurance, rebuilding and buyout options for Montgomery County homeowners

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...

Man, 23, believed to have shot and killed his mother at Montgomery County home

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...

‘He let out shots on everybody’ | Witness video sheds light on dispute that led to gunfire in New Caney neighborhood

Breaking: Lake Rescue Response on Lake Conroe

Sheriff: Montgomery County deputies respond to active shooter report in Kings Colony neighborhood | People told to avoid the area

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 ...

Ousted library director wins $475,000 settlement in discrimination lawsuit against Montgomery County

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...

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Conroe Noon Lions: Club members gearing up for 40th Annual Golf Tournament

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...

Lake Conroe Lions: Rotarians visit Texas Lions Camp ahead of summer session

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 ...

Rotary: Conroe club wraps up school year with ‘I Like Me’ book distribution

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 ...

Multi-County Crime Stoppers FEATURED FELONS For 05/22/2026

Licasa Treatment Center opens new location in Conroe

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...

In test of state abortion laws, Montgomery County prosecutors charge man with illegally inducing abortion

Montgomery County officials approve funding to pursue FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance grant

KimoKawaii Anime Experience, film festival: 7 events to attend in Conroe through late June

Lone Star Family Health Center to add vision services in Conroe backed by grant

Montgomery County man indicted on felony charges for allegedly giving girlfriend abortion medication without her knowledge

How Montgomery County has Changed Through the Decades

San Jacinto River Authority provides operational update on conditions

SJRA Operational Update May 20, 2026

Payton Riley Debuts New Song with Concert at The Table

4 events to attend in Conroe, Montgomery this weekend, May 22-24

Texas singers Cody Johnson and Parker McCollum take home big honors at Academy of Country Music Awards

Conroe council reopens public comment, rolls back street closure fees after community pushback

Edward Jones office relocates in Conroe

Payton Riley Debuts New Song with Concert at The Table

Multi-County Crime Stoppers FEATURED FELONS For 05/15/2026

Conroe Noon Lions: Club members update bylaws, highlight fair concession committees

Zuniga School of Music opening location in Conroe

5 O’Clock Phlock: First Alzheimer’s and Dementia Awareness Week a successful partnership

Planet Fitness and 5 other projects registered around the Conroe, Montgomery area

Rotary: As the school year wraps up, Rotarians continue to support youth projects

Lone Star College Foundation celebrates 35 years of student scholarships

Texas Familias Council, LSC-Kingwood celebrate 250 years of US independence

See 8 transportation updates around Conroe, Montgomery

Montgomery County Girl Scout camp recognized for breaking barriers during segregation

Potbelly now serving toasted sandwiches in Conroe

Small plane slides off runway at Conroe airport

Conroe ISD approves bond construction contracts and renovation plans

Understanding SJRA’s Role as a Wholesale Water Provider