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Conroe council approves $80K study of city employee pay, job classifications
Conroe will review how it classifies and pays city employees after the City Council approved an $80,000 contract for a compensation study at its Sept. 24 meeting. The details The city selected Public Sector Personnel Consultants to conduct a comprehensive review and update of its...
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Willis High Spin Move! Highlights
Willis High Spin Move! Highlights <font color="#6f6f6f">NFHS...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB – Willis Area – Wreck
4:50 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just north of Longstreet, at the off-ramp to Calvary Road – wreck
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Texas school bus funding falls short as districts face route cuts and rising transportation costs
SPRING, Texas – Jarred Hostetler never got rid of the posters he made in 2024 to protest his kids’ school district’s decision to eliminate almost 80 school bus routes. Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District cut the transportation budget that year to lower the district’s mu...
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Willis lifts boil water notice as test results come back negative, city officials say
City of Willis officials say a boil water notice was lifted after a major water line break and outage on Wednesday.
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Rotary: Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough shares county’s growth
The Rotary Club of Conroe hosted Cunty Judge Mark Keough as its speaker last Tuesday. We know there is a lot of growth in Montgomery County, but the growth was shown by Judge Keough as some of the fastest ever. Under his stewardship, the tax rate has fallen, but the assessed valu...
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Conroe Noon Lions: Bob Hataway speaks on his 52 years as a Lion
What have the Conroe Noon Lions been up to? Last week fourteen Lions conducted eye screenings for forty-two pre-school children at the Kids-R-Kids Child Center and Presbyterian Day School. As usual, these were free of charge to the children because our motto is “WE SERVE.” And we...
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Willis ISD campuses remain under boil water notice
On Sept. 30, the city of Willis experienced a water main break that led to a major decrease in water pressure citywide. Willis Mayor William Brown announced that the city will remain under a boil water notice until the issue is fully resolved. Willis ISD students have been encour...
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Willis ISD approves 15 new weapons screeners after guns found at high school
After weeks of bag searches, metal detector screenings and a new clear backpack requirement at Willis High School, Willis ISD is moving forward with another security change. The Willis ISD Board of Trustees voted 5-0 Thursday morning to approve the purchase of 15 new Xtract One w...
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Preview: Conroe ISD to hold special meeting on bonds and new teacher evaluation system
On Oct. 6, the Conroe ISD board of trustees will host a special public meeting to review the district’s bond process and long-term program management plan and to approve the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System appraisers. The gist According to its website, T-TESS is a sta...
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Willis ISD Considers New Weapons Detection Systems After Guns Found
Students at Willis High School have already seen major changes to how they enter the building. Bag searches. Metal detector screenings. And now, clear backpacks. Thursday morning, Willis ISD leaders are considering another change. According to the published agenda, the Willis ISD...
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Willis ISD Considers 15 New Weapons Screeners After Guns Found
Students at Willis High School have already seen major changes to how they enter the building. Bag searches. Metal detector screenings. And now, clear backpacks. Thursday morning, Willis ISD leaders are considering another change. According to the published agenda, the Willis ISD...
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Conroe mayor says police department is investigating online threats over Flock cameras
The Mayor of Conroe told ABC13 the police department is investigating new death threats made against public officials over Flock cameras.
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Willis ISD approves nearly $1M purchase for weapons detection system
Throughout August and September, two separate students reportedly brought a gun onto the campus, and two other students allegedly made a bomb threat.
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Willis under boil water notice as testing remains underway, city officials say
City of Willis officials said a boil water notice remains in effect while testing continues after a water line break and outage earlier this week.
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Conroe approves $195K in arts grants, Owen Theatre sign replacement
Conroe City Council approved $195,000 in arts and cultural grants alongside a $65,000 project to replace the Owen Theatre’s digital marquee signs Sept. 24. The details The arts grants will support eligible organizations during the 2026-27 grant year, which begins Oct. 1. Administ...
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Bottled water distribution announced for Willis residents during boil water notice
Residents affected by a boil water notice in the City of Willis can pick up free bottled water today at a distribution site operated at the North Montgomery County Community Center, Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough said. The site, located at 600 Gerald Street, opens at 1 p.m. ...
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City of Willis under boil water advisory after water main break
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has issued a boil water notice for all customers of the City of Willis public water system after a water main broke and pressure was lost. Residents should boil water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth and washing ...
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Stage Right ushers in spooky season with ‘Frankenstein’ at the Crighton Theatre
Are you ready for spooky season? We are! “Frankenstein” is coming to the Crighton Theatre stage for Halloween. Stage Right of Texas presents its second show of their 2026-27 season. “Frankenstein” is adapted for the stage by Victor Gianalella based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 classic ...
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Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County to ‘Raise the Roof’ at 2027 Building Hope Gala
Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Texas (Habitat MCTX) will host its 14th annual Building Hope Gala, presented by BMW of The Woodlands, on Saturday, April 17, 2027, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott. The theme for the 2027 Gala is “Raise the Roof,...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Conroe – Wreck
10:15 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, just north of S. Loop 336 – wreck
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Congrats to MCSO Correction Academy Class 26-3 Graduates!
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- MCSO: The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office proudly congratulates the newest members of Correction Academy Class 26-03 on successfully completing their training and beginning the next chapter of their careers. A total of 10 graduates will join the Montgome...
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DFR Drone Helps Conroe Police Arrest Suspect on Multiple Charges
CONROE, TX — On the afternoon of Saturday, September 26th, officers responded to a disturbance in the 900 block of North Loop 336 West involving a male and a female. A DFR pilot deployed a drone and responded to the area. The drone was first on scene and located the male, who app...
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Conroe approves downtown Christmas lights, $20K Catfish Festival grant
Christmas lights are moving downtown this holiday season, and the Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival is getting help promoting its upcoming event. Conroe City Council approved both items Sept. 24, renewing a reduced-cost contract for holiday lighting and awarding a $20,000 marketing g...
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Dennis Allen Carlson Obituary (2026) - Willis, TX - Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home of Willis
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From Refugee to Combat Veteran and Global Business Leader, Nick Tran Brings a Different Kind of Leadership to The Woodlands Township Race
Position 3 candidate makes public safety, preserving the character of The Woodlands and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars his top priorities
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Conroe Icehouse opening soon
Local Mexican restaurant Conroe Icehouse will be opening its doors in late October, according to general manager Justin Marshall. What’s special about it? Conroe Icehouse will operate alongside in-house and supplemental food trucks. The restaurant is also equipped with a full bar...
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A LOT OF MIOSINFORMATION ON MONTGOMERY COUNTY TAX INCREASE PROMPTS A BREAKDOWN OF THE COST TO CITIZENS
‘ Montgomery County commissioners raised the county property tax rate to 38.60 cents per $100 of taxable value on Sept. 8, a 3-2 vote that also adopted a $546.8 million budget built around a 5% across-the-board raise for county employees and pay parity for law enforcement. The ne...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Conroe/RP Area – Wreck w/ Entrapment Reported
4:25 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, north of Crighton Road and south of Loop 336 – major crash has three lanes blocked and a LEO on-locations confirms there’s at least one entrapment. Avoid the area if possible. Traffic began to backup almost immediately, and this time of day i...
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Conroe approves $275K playground for Oscar Johnson center
A larger playground is on its way to the Oscar Johnson Jr. Enrichment and Recreation Center after Conroe City Council approved a $275,836.72 proposal Sept. 24. The council approved the new proposal without opposition, moving ahead with a larger design after council members questi...
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Richard Willis Crossland Obituary (2026) - Wichita Falls, TX - Falls Funeral Home & Cremation Center - Wichita Falls
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8 nonprofit and community updates from Montgomery County this fall
Several nonprofit organizations in Montgomery County held events in late summer or recently announced upcoming fundraisers or events. Here’s a look at some news from area nonprofit organizations, private schools and community organizations in Montgomery County and The Woodlands a...
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Robert "Bob" Lee Willis Martin Obituary (2026) - Abilene, TX - The Hamil Family Funeral Home
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Traffic Alert: Hwy 105 – Conroe/Lake Area – Major Accident w/ Motorcycle *CORRECTED LOCATION*
11 p.m. Hwy 105 – The crash scene is across from Shogun on Lake Conroe, on the eastbound lanes of Hwy 105 – It’s a major accident involving a motorcycle. Traffic is flowing in both directions, but only on the westbound lanes with alternating traffic to let folks traveling both di...
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Katy ISD joins Texas school voucher program through virtual high school
Katy ISD has entered Texas' school voucher program through its virtual learning program, a move the district says will provide more educational options for students while generating additional revenue....
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Conroe Noon Lions: Read for a Better Life, Kids on the Lake successful service events
Even though the heat of summer is not giving us a break, Conroe Noon Lion’s Club is falling over themselves to provide for our community! We are in the season of service! Judging by this week’s meeting, our Lions are ready to serve! Lion Jay Wright thanked and had great praise fo...
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Fatal motorcycle crash on ramp connecting I-45 to Beltway 8 in Greenspoint area
The Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office says a fatal motorcycle crash has occurred on the ramp connecting I-45 to Beltway 8 in the Greenspoint area.The crash happened on the ramp connecting southbound I-45 to westbound N. Sam Houston Tollway.Deputies have blocked off the left...