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James Merrell Peet Obituary (2026) - Willis, TX - Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home of Willis
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Willis HS to install metal detectors after second gun found on campus this school year; parents demand action
Willis High School will begin screening every student through metal detectors and searching backpacks Tuesday after a second gun was discovered on campus this school year, prompting safety concerns among parents who say they have had enough. The announcement came Monday, Sept. 21...
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Firearm recovered at Willis High School: Student detained, Scene Secure, No Injuries
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office shared an update regarding a “Firearm Recovered at Willis High School: Student Detained, Scene Secure, No Injuries” on Monday, September 21 at 1:29 p.m. Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officers detained a 15-year-old male Will...
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15-year-old arrested after loaded gun found in backpack at Willis High School, officials say
School officials said on Monday that administrators received an anonymous tip from another student, prompting the school to go on hold for the day.
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New safety protocols for Willis High School after second on-campus gun incident
New safety protocols for Willis High School after s...
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Willis High School placed on hold status after loaded gun discovered on campus
Willis High School was placed in a hold status after staff members discovered a loaded gun on campus Monday morning. In an email sent to families, the school confirmed the discovery and said a student has been detained. The gun was also confiscated. RELATED: Willis High School st...
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Teen arrested after sexual assault during Magnolia High School football game, MCSO says
A 16-year-old was arrested after he allegedly assaulted a 15-year-old near Magnolia High School's football field during a game, MCSO said.
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Fall Break Oct 9-12 at Margaritaville Lake Rsort
MONTGOMERY, TX — Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston is turning Fall Break into a lakeside getaway full of entertainment, dining, and family-friendly fun from Oct. 9–12. Guests can save 20% off the best available rate and receive a $50 daily resort credit by booking ...
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K-9 locates missing woman with special needs in Montgomery County
A Precinct 4 Constable Canine helped locate a 20-year-old special needs woman who wandered away from her home in Montgomery County.Constable Mark Herman’s Office said K-9 Sig and his handler, Deputy Millhouse, assisted Montgomery County police in the search. Sig tracked the woman...
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Montgomery County detention officer killed in motorcycle crash in Austin County, MCSO says
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said the 21-year-old officer served with the agency for two years before he was killed in the motorcycle crash.
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Teen on e-bike struck by vehicle in Atascocita area, Precinct 4 says
A 13-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle while riding an e-bike on Saturday night in Atascocita, Precinct 4 said. Deputies did not immediately say the boy's condition....
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21 arrested in Harris County Precinct 4 prostitution investigation
Twenty-one men were arrested Sept. 16 during an undercover prostitution investigation in Harris County Precinct 4, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.Investigators said the men, who range in age from their early 20s to late 60s, were arrested after alleg...
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office mourns detention officer killed in Austin County motorcycle crash
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Detention Officer Anon Vaughn Hoffman, 21, who died in an off-duty motorcycle crash in Austin County on Saturday.Texas DPS said Hoffman was riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle that collided with a Volkswagen Atlas aro...
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office mourns the loss of Detention Officer
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office shared the following statement on Saturday, September 19 at 8:57 p.m. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is heartbroken by the loss of Detention Officer Anon Hoffman. Detention Officer Hoffman, 21, passed away today following a motorcycl...
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE DETENTION OFFICER DIES IN CRASH
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at approximately 1:05 p.m.atthe intersection of FM 2502 and FM 2754 near Bellville. The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2024 Harley-Dav...
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MCSO Special Victims Unit arrests teen in Magnolia High School sexual assault case
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded Thursday night to a reported sexual assault at Magnolia High School during a football game. Deputies were dispatched to the school at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 17, 2026, where they met with a 15-year-old victim. The vic...
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K-9 Locates Missing Special Needs Woman in Montgomery County
A Precinct 4 Constable Canine helped locate a 20-year-old special needs woman who wandered away from her home in Montgomery County.Constable Mark Herman’s Office said K-9 Sig and his handler, Deputy Millhouse, assisted Montgomery County police in the search. Sig tracked the woman...
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Asks for Prayer After Loss
Montgomery County, Texas Sheriff Wesley Doolittle posted the following statement Saturday afternoon: Please keep the Sheriff’s Office and our employees in your thoughts and prayers. We have experienced an unimaginable loss that will deeply affect our agency and our entire Sheriff...
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Parents seek answers after Lamar CISD says a parent entered a campus, classroom, without permission
Some Lamar CISD families are demanding answers after a viral video showed a parent walking through a school and entering a classroom full of students to confront a teacher....
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Investigation underway after deadly shooting outside Conroe courthouse, police say
According to officials, the shooting was self-inflicted by a suspect who was set for sentencing on Friday morning at the Lee Alworth building.
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Plato’s Closet opens resale shop in Conroe
Officials with used clothing store Plato’s Closet confirmed the new Conroe location is now serving customers. The details In a social media post from the franchise, the new Conroe location celebrated the grand opening of the Conroe location on Sept. 17, with a number of deals and...
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16-year-old boy dies after being struck while crossing I-45 near Louetta
A 16-year-old boy died after he was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the North Freeway near Louetta Road, authorities said.The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said two teens tried to cross the freeway Friday afternoon near the 20400 block of Interstate 45. They made i...
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Lone Star College enrollment exceeds 100K, Texas Roadhouse coming to Montgomery: 8 stories trending from across the North Houston area
Need to catch up with Community Impact’s coverage this week? Check out these trending stories from across the northern portion of the Greater Houston area from Sept. 11-18. Lone Star College System student enrollment exceeds 100K for first time Over 100,000 students have enrolled...
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Conroe Noon Lions: Club members usher in fall with a full service calendar
For the Conroe Noon Lions Club, fall also means something else — a season of service! Judging by this week’s meeting, our Lions are ready for it! We were proud to recognize Adrienne Byrd as our August – Lion of the Month. Since joining the club, she has jumped right in, lending a...
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Lake Conroe Lions: Club members planning Cruisin’ 2026 Car Show for Oct. 10
Lake Conroe Centennial Lions Club held a meeting recently at Walden Yacht Club. Bill Hogan began with a prayer followed by President Todd Keifer leading us in the Pledge to the American Flag and then the Pledge to the Texas Flag. Lots of Good News were shared along with the singi...
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Trial defendant dies in apparent self-inflicted shooting before scheduled sentencing in Conroe
A man in his 70s who was scheduled to be sentenced in court Friday died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound outside a courthouse in Conroe, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said the man was a trial defendant in a case before the court. Th...
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Defendant takes own life on front steps of Montgomery County courthouse before scheduled sentencing
A man in his 70s who was scheduled to enter a plea agreement in court Friday died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound on the front steps outside a courthouse in Conroe, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.Authorities said the man, now identified as 74-ye...
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Shooting Investigation in Conroe, No threat to the Public
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reported a Shooting Investigation in Conroe on Friday, September 18, 2026 at 9:25 a.m. At approximately 6:00 a.m. today, a man in his 70’s died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound outside the Lee Alworth Building. The individual was sc...
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Montgomery County declares Sept. 25 Dolly Parton Day
Montgomery County will celebrate Dolly Parton’s music, philanthropy and local literacy impact with a day in her honor.
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CONROE LOW COST PET VACCINES
Our next low cost pet vaccination clinic will be on September 24th from 9am-11am. If you have any questions please call: 936-522-3550
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MONTGOMERY COUTNY PRECINCT 4 MADD AWARDS
Congratulations to the members of our team recognized last night at the 2026 MADD Law Enforcement Recognition Dinner. Their hard work and commitment to keeping our roads and community safe don’t go unnoticed. Lieutenant Brown – Outstanding Leadership Sergeant Buchanan – Outstandi...
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16-year-old boy in critical condition after being struck while crossing I-45 HOV lane near Louetta
A teenage boy was taken to a hospital in critical condition Friday after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the HOV lane on the North Freeway, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.Two 16-year-old boys ran across the freeway in the Louetta and Cypresswoo...
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Investigation underway after shooting outside of Lee Alworth building, Conroe Police Dept. says
According to officials, the shooting was self-inflicted by a suspect who was set for sentencing on Friday morning at the Lee Alworth building.
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Traffic Alert: I-45 N – Conroe – Wreck
5:20 p.m. I-45 at League Line Road – U-turn lane from northbound to southbound I-45 feeder – crash near Cracker Barrel.
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Gary Parker Obituary (2026) - Willis, TX - Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home of Willis
Gary Parker Obituary (2026) - Willis...
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Lone Star College System leaders aim to pay off $404M in bond debt by 2030-31
Lone Star College System leaders said they hope to pay off the college system’s bond debt sooner than initially expected, proposing a tax rate that will enable them to do so while saving taxpayers money in the long term. Explained LSCS leaders are hoping to pay off $404 million i...
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Conroe Symphony Orchestra opens new season with ‘Swing Swing Swing’ Sept. 26
The Conroe Symphony Orchestra (CSO) opens its 29th season with Swing Swing Swing, a high-energy tribute to the golden age of American big band music, on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 4:00 p.m. at First Methodist Church Conroe. The program, sponsored in part by the Apricity Foundation, c...
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Conroe ISD reviews new instructional materials for math and language arts
For the 2026-27 Conroe ISD school year, the district has implemented new learning materials to support student development. On Sept. 16, the CISD board of trustees reviewed an initial report detailing the curriculum integration. Some context CISD Deputy Superintendent Ted Landry ...
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Lamar CISD votes to move Tesla’s JETI application forward
Lamar CISD has approved its portion of an agreement for a state economic incentive as Tesla finalizes its site selection for a new manufacturing facility....
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Conroe reviews $210M in drainage projects, holds off on stormwater fee
Conroe officials are continuing to look at how to pay for the city’s growing drainage needs, but City Council stopped short of moving forward with a proposed stormwater utility fee Sept. 10. During the meeting, council reviewed available grant funding, upcoming drainage work and ...
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is searching for missing person, Christina Jones
Christina was last seen on July 26, 2026, leaving her residence in the 31000 block of Timberloch Trail, Magnolia, Texas. Christina is likely driving a gold or tan 2001 4-door Ford F-150 with a spray-painted front bumper and dark tinted glass. If you know the whereabouts of Christ...
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Willis "Wib" Vickery Obituary (2026) - El Campo, TX - Triska Funeral Home - El Campo
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Q&A: Conroe City Administrator David Willard discusses growth, infrastructure, city staffing
David Willard officially became Conroe’s city administrator Aug. 10 after the City Council unanimously appointed him to the position July 23. Willard previously served as city manager in Longview and Borger, assistant city manager in Odessa and Hutchinson County judge. Willard, w...
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Richard C Shirley Obituary (2026) - Willis, TX - Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home of Willis
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CenterPoint Energy customers' personal information breached in data incident, company officials say
The energy company reported the data incident in an SEC filing that an "unauthorized third party" obtained a portion of its customers' information.
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CenterPoint Energy reports customer data breach
CenterPoint Energy is investigating a cybersecurity incident involving the personal information of some of its customers, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.The company said it became aware of an online post in September claiming that a third p...
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Plato’s Closet celebrates Grand Opening of new location in Conroe on September 17
Plato’s Closet®, a leading teen and young adult retail resale concept, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its newest location at 1108 W. Dallas Street. The brand is known for its affordable, gently used clothing, shoes, accessories and more, which provides local teens an...