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The Rotary Club of Conroe heard from our new District Attorney Mike Holley. He was recently appointed to be the District Attorney when Brett Ligon was selected as a replacement for Sen. Brandon Creighton who now manages Texas Tech University. Mike is an outstanding individual who...
Patriotism filled the air at the Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park in Conroe, Texas, as five local chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) gathered to unveil a new America 250! Patriot marker. The dedication marker, erected in honor of...
According to a July 28 news release, EōS Fitness officials opened the first-ever franchise location in Conroe on July 24. Two-minute impact EōS comes equipped with free weights up to 150 pounds as well as state-of-the-art cardio and gym equipment. The facility also offers a wide ...
The Conroe Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is excited to announce its upcoming season. Spanning from September 2026 until June 2027, the upcoming season offers a five-concert exploration of both domestic and global musical heritage. The CSO is made up of dedicated volunteer musicians wh...
Texas health officials are warning residents and health care providers to stay alert after four cases of measles were confirmed in an unvaccinated Montgomery County family. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) issued a health alert after the family members were in...
Want to see the latest happenings with Montgomery County-area nonprofits and other entities? Check out Community Impact’s updates below for information about recent fundraisers as well as other events and upcoming initiatives. This list is not comprehensive. Montgomery County Foo...
Conroe residents will soon have more ways to give shelter dogs a break from their kennels following a pair of City Council approvals. During its July 23 meeting, council unanimously approved the Texas Dog Days Out and Texas Paws Away Weekend programs along with a longer-term fost...
A Montgomery County man was sentenced to 60 years in prison after a jury convicted him of repeatedly sexually assaulting a child. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Child comes forward, helps convict sexual predator in Montgomery County appeare...
Conroe City Council unanimously appointed David Willard as city administrator July 23, moving him from the interim position into the city’s top administrative role. What happened Willard will officially become a city employee Aug. 10 with an annual salary of $325,000, Human Resou...
Supporters marched to the Montgomery ICE Processing Center in Conroe on Sunday, calling for the release of three men who witnessed Lorenzo Salgado’s fatal shooting. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post March to Conroe ICE facility calls for relea...
(Cole Gee/Community Impact)The city of Houston and Coastal Water Authority are planning to add 11 new spillway gates to the Lake Houston Dam to increase its release capacity. Simultaneously, through a partnership between the city of Houston, the San Jacinto River Authority and th...
Montgomery County commissioners remained conflicted on how much funding to go for in a potential bond for the construction of a new justice center as the Aug. 6 deadline to call the election approaches. What happened Talk of a new justice center started when commissioners assesse...
This is the time of year when our yards and gardens are flourishing in the heat so local Rotary Clubs heard from local gardening experts. Michael Field with the Rotary Club of Lake Conroe said the club’s meeting on July 21 featured Colton Price. Colton discussed Garden and Lot Sc...
Founded over 20 years ago, the Lone Star College Academy for Lifelong Learning program offers free and low-cost classes, events and activities for adults age 50 and older taught by volunteer teachers. Amy Duval, coordinator of the program at the Cy-Fair campus, said the program o...
Seniors in Montgomery County will soon have a new, dedicated facility for activities and communal dining at a location off Pruitt Road near I-45, Precinct 3 Commissioner Ritch Wheeler announced July 23. The center will provide room for senior activities and dining, which is curre...
Conroe ISD says it cannot regulate e-bike use on public roads but is working to promote safer habits on and off campus. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Conroe ISD adds new e-bike, e-scooter safety rules for students appeared first on Lake Co...
Conroe ISD board of trustees on July 21 reviewed a report from Hedith Sauceda-Upshaw, the CISD Assistant Superintendent of Governance & Leadership Programs. The framework is a draft of the district’s initial priorities ahead of the 90th Texas Legislative Session, which begins in ...
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. Tequila in Paradise Margaritaville Lake Resort at Lake Conroe will be celebrating National Tequila Day on J...
A fourth measles case has been confirmed in Montgomery County. Health officials say the patient, a woman in her 20s, is hospitalized. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Woman hospitalized as Montgomery County confirms fourth measles case appear...
Authorities are asking anyone who believes they may have been victimized to contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Magnolia massage therapist arrested after alleged indecent assault; more victims poss...
AP Photo/Julio Cortez A sign is seen outside of Seminole Hospital District offering measles testing Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, in Seminole, Texas. Health officials in Montgomery County announced Tuesday that three residents in the same family contracted measles, marking the first cas...
Three unvaccinated Montgomery County residents have been diagnosed with measles after exposure to an out-of-state case, health officials said. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Three measles cases confirmed in Montgomery County, health officia...
An established church within Montgomery County recently underwent rebranding, which included a relocation to a larger property, officials confirmed. Formerly known as Grand Central Church, The Sanctuary sold its previous property at 1115 Houston Street, Conroe, and closed the dea...
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...
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 ...
CONROE, TX — On Thursday, July 16, 2026, at approximately 6:37 p.m., officers with the Conroe Police Department responded to a major crash involving a passenger car and a pick-up truck in the 200 block of North Loop 336 East. Immediately upon arrival, officers discovered that the...
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...
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...
The Precinct 1 Constable’s Office presents Marine Division statistics for the 2026 Fourth of July weekend on Lake Conroe. Deputies responded to 14 incidents, including a major boat crash with injuries, in which they assisted Texas Parks and Wildlife. Precinct 1 Deputies and Texas...
Jolly Pirate Adventure Voyage has been paused on Lake Conroe. This was after the ship sank on the July 4th weekend. On Wednesday, Tow Boats USA and Barsh Towing removed the boat from the lake....
CONROE, TX — The Precinct 1 Constable’s Office presents Marine Division statistics for the 2026 Fourth of July weekend on Lake Conroe. Deputies responded to 14 incidents, including a major boat crash with injuries, in which they assisted Texas Parks and Wildlife. Precinct 1 Deput...
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...
MONTGOMERY, TX — The Headliner Comedy Series at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston continues with another unforgettable night of laughs in July. Whether you’re planning a date night or a night out with friends, this is the evening you’ve been waiting for. Your host ...
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX — A 33-year-old man drowned in a river near the intersection of Hill Road and Sorters Road on Saturday evening after being overcome by the current while fishing, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. On July 12, 2026, at approximately 6:18 p.m...
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says a 33-year-old man drowned Sunday after he was overcome by the current while fishing in the San Jacinto River.Authorities say it happened near Hill Road and Sorter Road in the Porter area.The sheriff’s office says they received a call at...
Texas artist Luke Weaverling is transforming sports cards into unique art, catching collectors’ attention nationwide. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: sports The post Beyond the pack: Conroe artist creates one-of-a-kind sports cards appeared first on Lake C...
The Conroe Noon Lions Club closed its 2025–26 fiscal year with expanded community programs, new partnerships, and more than $250,000 donated throughout the community, including over $100,000 to Lone Star Family Health Center, continuing its long tradition of service across Montgo...
Rotary clubs throughout the world are starting off their club years as of July 1. New officers and board members start off the year planning service projects. The Rotary Club of Conroe is known for its distribution of the custom-made “I Like Me” books provided to first graders fe...
A dedicated team of 11 volunteers from First Presbyterian Church recently returned from a transformative mission trip to Alaska, where they spent June 14-19 serving local communities through various ministry and service projects. The team, primarily composed of local youth, trave...
What’s better than an elegant summer evening of wine, food and lakeside relaxation? Join Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston for the Uncorked Friday Wine Tasting on Friday, July 17, featuring four exceptional selections from the Decoy Limited collection by Duckhorn. ...
The Montgomery County deputy was killed while directing traffic around a wreck last weekend. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Remembering Erika Serrato: Montgomery County deputy honored in service appeared first on Lake Conroe....
The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office has announced that prosecutors accepted 52 Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charges and 2 Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) charges during the Deputy Erika Serrato July 4th DWI Initiative, a coordinated Independence Day weekend No Ref...
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Genesis Mills was seen getting into a white van with an unknown man. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Montgomery County AMBER Alert: 12-year-old last seen Monday with man in New Caney, say ...
A July 4th weekend DWI enforcement initiative held in memory of fallen Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Erika Serrato resulted in 54 intoxication-related charges, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office.Procession, funeral to be held for fallen Montgomery ...
Montgomery County Precinct 3 Commissioner Ritch Wheeler says a garbage truck spilled its load along Player Woods near North Seasons Trace Circle, leaving debris scattered and triggering a significant roadside cleanup effort. Wheeler said the cleanup is expected to take at least t...
8:30 p.m. Fire boats and other first responders are headed to the area of Lake Conroe near the FM 1375 bridge, where a kayaker is reportedly in need of rescue. Law enforcement says they see the kayaker and the operator is conscious and upright....
930PM-Just after 9:30pm multiple calls started to come in from people at the Far Hills Park at the dead end of Cude Cemetery. All reported a boat crash with two unconscious persons. Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens were first on scene and reported that a boat hit the bulkhea...
940PM -MULTIPLE REPORTS OF A BOAT CRASHING ONTO SHORE ON THE END OF CUDE CEMETERY ROAD. PARKS AND WILDLIFE ON SCENE WITH TWO UNCONSCIOUS PATIENTS
A 31-year-old man is accused of causing initial crash that set off multi-vehicle scene resulting in Montgomery County deputy being killed. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Man charged in initial crash in I-45 chain of events that led to deput...
The new charges stem from both the crash that deputies were investigating and the collision that killed Deputy Erika Serrato. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Second suspect charged in crash that killed Montgomery County deputy, DPS says appe...
She knew what she wanted to do the moment she graduated high school. At 24, Deputy Erika Serrato, whose Watch Ended on Sunday, June 28th, 2026, when she was killed in the early morning hours on Interstate 45. Erika had been with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office for six year...
As we close the chapter on another Lions year, I’m reminded that our greatest accomplishments aren’t measured by the events we held or the funds we raised — they’re measured by the lives we touched and the friendships we strengthened along the way. This week’s meeting was one of ...
According to the sheriff’s office, the allegations go back years. Source: Read original article Publisher: KHOU RSS Feed: local The post Man involved with ministries and children’s choirs in Montgomery County charged with child indecency appeared first on Lake Conroe....
