Montgomery County commissioners voted on Nov. 5 to approve a name for the new South Montgomery County Library and Community Center, which is set to open in 2025. What you need to know Precinct 3 Commissioner James Noack presented the resolution to rename the South Montgomery County Library to the “Heroes of Montgomery County Library.”…
Approximately nine million Texans—less than half of the state’s 18.6 million registered voters—voted early in the Nov. 5 general election, according to data from the Texas Secretary of State. Early voting turnout trailed behind that of the 2020 general election, when over 9.7 million people voted early. Texas gained over 1.6 million voters in the…
Here’s everything voters in Conroe and Montgomery need to know before heading to the polls on Election Day, Nov. 5. When to vote On Election Day, polling locations will be open Nov. 5 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. in Montgomery County. Where to vote Voters must vote in the county they are registered in. Voters in…
Nearly a quarter of a million voters turned out during early voting in Montgomery County for the Nov. 5 general election, setting a new record for early voting in a general election. What you need to know Election Day is on Nov. 5, and early voting closed on Nov. 1; during the 12 days of…
An increase in the distribution of fentanyl-laced substances is among the deadliest drug threats for Texans right now, said Wendell Campbell, a drug intelligence officer with Houston High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas, a federal agency focused on reducing drug trafficking. “About seven out of 10 pills that we seize off the streets and send to…
There are several events taking place in the Conroe and Montgomery area from Oct. 25-Nov. 19, including several fall festivals. This is not a comprehensive list. Patterson Fall Fest The Patterson Elementary fall festival will have games, candy, vendors, food trucks and a silent auction. VFW Post 4709’s Trunk or Treat The VFW Post 4709…
Government Reporter Nichaela joined Community Impact in June 2024 as a government reporter for the northern Greater Houston area. Before CI, she worked as the news editor and managing editor of Texas State’s student run newspaper, The University Star. When not at your local council meeting, Nichaela enjoys live music, exploring and spending time with…
Voters in the Conroe and Montgomery area will have the opportunity to make their voices heard on several federal, state and local elections on the ballot in the Nov. 5 general election. What residents should know Voters should note the following dates of importance in the upcoming Nov. 5 general election: Oct. 21: First day…
Owner Daniel Colin has opened a new American restaurant in Willis, a business official confirmed via phone. The Corral offers a variety of soups, salads, burgers, seafood dishes and more. The restaurant is working on rolling out a website and social media pages soon. In the meantime, customers can walk in or call to make…
Early voting starts Oct. 21 for the Nov. 5 general election, in which Texans can vote in local, state and federal races. Registered voters can vote early from Oct. 21-Nov. 1, and certain eligible voters have until Oct. 25 to apply to get an absentee ballot sent to them in time to cast their vote…