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Fiery crash shuts down multiple lanes of I-69 in Montgomery County, traffic builds up, TxDOT says
Officials said a major crash on the northbound lanes of I-69 at SH 99 forced the closure of multiple main lanes.
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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...
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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...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 SB – South County – Wreck
6:05 p.m. I-45 southbound, just south of Sawdust Road – wreck
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Former Montgomery Co. babysitter arrested over allegations of child sex abuse, MCSO says
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.
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MCSO arrests Former Nanny for Indecency with a Child
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...
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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...
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Man who had worked as a babysitter arrested, accused of sexually abusing child in Montgomery County
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...
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Montgomery County Babysitter Arrested on Child Indecency Charge; Investigators Seek Additional Victims
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...
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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...
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14-year-old Conroe boy found shot in parking lot of apartment complex; 2 other teens arrested
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...
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MCSO: Male nanny arrested in Montgomery County, accused of sexually abusing at least one child
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Christmas in July, 'Shrek the Musical': 9 events to attend in Conroe through late July
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....
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Entergy says it is prepared for hurricane season after Tropical Storm Arthur brings heavy rain to SE Texas
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...
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Personal watercraft turns into fireball on Lake Conroe
The post Personal watercraft turns into fireball on Lake Conroe appeared first on Lake Conroe.
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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 ...
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6 events to check out in Conroe, Montgomery from June 19-21
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....
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Traffic Alert: League Line Road – Conroe – Wreck
2 p.m. League Line Road at I-45 northbound feeder – wreck
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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....
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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....
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Local philanthropist to chair the American Heart Association’s Montgomery County Circle of Red initiative
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 ...
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MCSO investigates Drowning in Magnolia following Extensive Search
[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 ...
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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....
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15-year-old's body recovered from floodwater in Magnolia after playing near retention pond: MCSO
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....
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R.F. Meador Branch Library in Willis undergoing $150K transformation
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...
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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 ...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – South County – Wreck (map)
8:45 a.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just south of College Park/Hwy 242 – wreck
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15-year-old's body recovered from floodwater in Magnolia, Montgomery County Sheriff's Office says
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....
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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,...
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75-Year-Old Driver Killed in Hydroplane Crash on I-45 During Heavy Rain
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...
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Lockdown lifted at Lone Star College-Tomball after reported rifle threat in library, officials say
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 ...
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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...
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Montgomery County Food Bank’s annual Outrun Hunger event unites community to fight hunger
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...
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Child Advocates of Montgomery County announces Inaugural Prevailing HOPE: A Gathering for Good Luncheon
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...
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TANYA MADDUX WINS CONROE MUNICIPAL JUDGE SLOT
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 ...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB SR – South County – Wreck (4 Vehicles, Injuries)
6:30 p.m. I-45 northbound service road near Metropark Drive – four vehicle injury crash
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HAPPENING NOW: Manhunt in Conroe
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....
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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...
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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...
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Your electric bill is rising — here’s how CenterPoint Energy turns that into investor profit
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...
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Conroe police chief addresses concerns with Flock safety cameras
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....
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CenterPoint Energy prepares crews, resources ahead of heavy rain, storms across Greater Houston
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 ...
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HEAVY RAINS MOVING TOWARD MONTGOMERY COUNTY
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...
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Traffic Alert: Lake Forest Dr. – Conroe – Wreck / Closure
11:15 a.m. Lake Forest Drive at Timber Lane – Wreck has Timber Lane closed at the intersection
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Traffic Alert: Old Danville Rd – Willis Area – Power Line Down
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....
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Will your lights go out? Possibly, but CenterPoint says more than 2,000 workers are ready to assist during storms
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...
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CenterPoint activates emergency operations center, mobilizes 2,600 workers as tropical threat approaches Houston
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...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Walker County – Major Crash
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...