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Concern, Courage & Conviction: Montgomery County Jury delivers 50 Year Sentence
A Montgomery County jury has found Donald Eugene Goss Jr., 42, guilty of sexually assaulting an unconscious woman on July 13, 2026, and assessed punishment at 50 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on July 14, 2026, following a two-day trial before the Honorable Phi...
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office arrests Massage Therapist in Magnolia
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a suspect following an investigation into an indecent assault at a local spa in Magnolia, Texas. On July 3, 2026, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a 911 call regarding an indecent assault. Deputies met with a...
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Three measles cases reported by Montgomery County health department
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...
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4 cases of measles confirmed in Montgomery County, health officials say
Officials said the three family members were exposed to another confirmed case who traveled from out of state.
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Montgomery County confirms 4th measles case — woman hospitalized
The Montgomery County Public Health confirmed Wednesday that a fourth Montgomery County resident has tested positive for measles, expanding the cluster first reported earlier this week.PREVIOUS: Montgomery County reports 3 cases of measles after family exposed to case in individu...
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3 people rescued when gas station collapses in Montgomery County, authorities say
An investigation is underway after three people were rescued from a gas station collapse in Montgomery County on Wednesday, according to the Porter Fire Department....
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Spa worker arrested, accused of assaulting woman during massage in Magnolia, MCSO says
Montgomery County deputies said 29-year-old Bradley Orton had been previously arrested for an indecent assault case in 2022 before the alleged incident this month....
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Magnolia massage therapist arrested after alleged indecent assault; more victims possible, MCSO says
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...
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3 cases of measles confirmed in Montgomery County, health officials say
Officials said the three family members were exposed to another confirmed case who traveled from out of state.
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Urgent E-Bike & E-Motorcycle Enforcement in Montgomery County Petition
SIGN PETITION The Issue Title: Petition for Urgent E-Bike & E-Motorcycle Enforcement in Montgomery County To the County Judge, Commissioners Court, Municipal Judges, and Law Enforcement Officials of Montgomery County, Texas: Our streets and neighborhoods are facing an unprecedent...
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Three CONFIRMED Cases OF MEASLES in montgomery county residents
Conroe, Texas – The Montgomery County Public Health Department has confirmed three cases of measles in residents of Montgomery County. The cases involve three family members who were exposed to another confirmed case who traveled from out of state. None of the cases had been vacc...
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Three measles cases confirmed in Montgomery County, health officials say
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...
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Long-time church in Montgomery County takes on new name, relocates to larger property
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...
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Iron Chef Cat Cora headlines Montgomery County Food Bank’s Inaugural Flourish & Nourish Ladies Luncheon
Montgomery County Food Bank will welcome world-renowned chef, author, and philanthropist Cat Cora as the featured speaker at its inaugural Flourish & Nourish Ladies Luncheon on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at The Blue Magnolia. The event is presented by Houston Methodist The Woodl...
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HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe names new chief medical officer
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...
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Suspect arrested, charged in brother's shooting death in Montgomery County, sheriff's office says
A suspect was detained after shooting and killing his brother in Montgomery County, the sheriff's office said.
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Texas Attorney General orders City of Conroe to release some information about Flock cameras
A Conroe man is calling it a win after the Attorney General's office ordered the City of Conroe to release documents they were trying to withhold related to Flock cameras....
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Montgomery County reports 3 cases of measles after family exposed to case in individual from out-of-state
The Montgomery County Public Health Department confirms three cases of measles after a family was exposed to another confirmed case from an individual who traveled from out of state.Measles is a highly contagious virus, which can have serious health complications that can be life...
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Traffic Alert: W. FM 1097 – Montgomery – Auto vs. Trees
4:45 p.m. A vehicle on West FM 1097 ran off the road and into the trees near Community Center Drive. The driver reportedly got himself out but appears to be injured according to the reportee....
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Traffic Alert: Conroe Park Dr – Conroe – Wreck
2:30 p.m. Conroe Park Drive at E. Wally Wilkerson – Wreck
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Trial underway for man accused of killing Harris County Precinct 5 deputy constable and her daughter in fiery crash
The trial is underway for the man accused of causing the crash that killed a Harris County Precinct 5 deputy constable and her young daughter in 2024.On the second day of testimony, Harris County Precinct 5 Assistant Chief Deputy took the stand as prosecutors continued presenting...
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Traffic Alert: Hwy 242 – Conroe/College Park Area – Wreck
12:55 p.m. Hwy 242 between Great Oaks Dr. and Sprawling Oaks Drive – Wreck
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Suspect detained in brother's shooting death in Montgomery County, sheriff's office says
A suspect was detained after shooting and killing his brother in Montgomery County, the sheriff's office said.
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Breaking: Homicide Investigation Underway in East Montgomery County
PORTER TX- Just before 8 a.m. Tuesday, Deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call from someone who said he shot his own brother. Deputies rushed to the home in the 20700 block of Kenswick Park Drive and confirmed the call was true. Fire and EMS a...
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CISD BACK TO SCHOOL BASH-FREE BACKPACKS, HAIRCUTS,
On Saturday, July 25, at Conroe High School from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, families will not only receive free backpacks filled with school supplies, but they’ll also find free haircuts, snacks, community resources, district departments ready to answer questions, and support from the M...
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Get Fictional offers handmade soy candles with a bookish twist in Conroe
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 ...
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Traffic Alert: FM 1485 – Conroe – Wreck, Closure
6:50 p.m. FM 1485 between Hwy 105 E. and the railroad tracks – wreck and temporary road closure at the crash
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What MCSO redacted: Policy raises new questions about traffic stop that ended in arrest
A routine traffic stop over a turn signal and dim license plate lights ended with a Montgomery County woman being arrested. Now, an unredacted sheriff’s office policy obtained by KPRC 2 is raising new questions about whether the deputy followed required procedures.40-year-old Eli...
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Traffic Alert: N. Frazier St. – Conroe – Temporary Northbound Lane Closure
10:35 a.m. N. Frazier St. in Conroe – Northbound right lane CLOSED between Wilson Road and Hwy 105/W. Phillips St. because of a very long line of cars in line and waiting for Joe’s Italian Back to School Backpacks & Meals Drive Through Giveaway. The event begins at 11 a.m. and co...
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CenterPoint Energy closely monitoring Tropical Depression 2 and taking actions to prepare ahead of Potential Impacts across Greater Houston
To support its customers and communities, CenterPoint Energy is taking precautionary safety actions including closely monitoring weather conditions and deploying its hurricane/summer storm readiness plans to prepare for Tropical Depression 2. As of 12:00 PM today, the National Hu...
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Fire Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Conroe – Vehicle Fire
9:40 a.m. I-45 northbound main lanes near Loop 336 – Vehicle Fire
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB SR – Conroe/RP – Wreck
5:20 p.m. I-45 northbound service road near River Plantation – wreck
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MCSO CONTINUES INVESTIGATION INTO FATAL CRASH
Just after midnight Saturday morning, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Crash Investigation Team was dispatched to a fatal crash on FM 1486 between Hall Drive North and Hall Drive South. Initial investigation showed a motorcycle was southbound on FM 1486 and turning onto Hal...
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87 Years Old, One Red Corvette, and a Conroe Car Show You'll Wish You'd Caught
Wayne Grover is 87. His Corvette is spotless. And on a warm afternoon at the Golden Corral on I-45, he and a lot full of gleaming classics reminded Montgomery County why a good local car show is one of the best free tickets around — and why you'll want to be there for the next on...
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19-Year-Old Killed in Fatal Crash on North Loop 336 East in Conroe; Traffic Reconstruction Investigation Underway
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...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 SB ML – N. Harris County – Wreck
9:35 a.m. I-45 southbound main lanes just north of the Hardy Toll Road Exit – Wreck has traffic at a crawl.
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I-10 at Garth Road expected to close over weekend due to work on power lines, CenterPoint says
I-10 at Garth Road is expected to close over the weekend due to work on power lines, according to CenterPoint.
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Conroe Noon Lions: Conroe club members attend Lions International Convention in Hong Kong
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...
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Rotary: Judge Kristin Bays updates Conroe club on judicial-system needs
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...
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Conroe Crash Takes Life of Local Teen
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- Just after 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Conroe Police responded to a crash in the 200 block of N. Loop 336 E. that ultimately resulted in a fatality. When Officers arrived at the scene of the collision involving a car and pickup truck, they found car’s passenger was...
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MONTGOMERY COUTNY PRECINCT 1 LAKE PATROL KEPT BOATERS SAFE JULY 4TH WEEKEND
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...
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SUNKEN PIRATE SHIP REMOVED FROM LAKE CONROE
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....
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Lake Conroe Fourth of July Weekend: Precinct 1 Marine Division Reports 14 Incidents, 226 Boater Safety Checks
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...