Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, Texas raised more than $1 million at a May event to support the nonprofit’s mission of building affordable homes. The Building Hope Gala, the 12th gala event held by the organization, took place May 3 with a Kentucky Derby theme. About 600 guests attended and participated in silent and…
The Lake Conroe Beach Park held a grand opening event May 24, reopening the public access point to Lake Conroe over a year after it was initially closed. What residents need to know As previously reported by Community Impact, the San Jacinto River Authority approved a new lease agreement March 27 with Leroy, Joan and…
Bricks & Minifigs, an authorized LEGO retailer, said it plans to have a grand opening for its new Conroe location in June, owner Thomas Mixon confirmed. The details The company buys, sells and trades used LEGO bricks and LEGO minifigures. Mixon said the store also sells a variety of LEGO-themed products and offers an event…
Airia Development Company’s Colton, a 5,700-acre master-planned community near Todd Mission and Magnolia along FM 1486, will hold its grand opening event on June 7 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., according to a May 7 news release. The Texas-inspired architectural showcase will have 14 fully furnished model homes priced from the $300,000s to the $800,000s, along…
Montgomery County commissioners will bring forward a resolution in June to begin work on the $480 million in bond projects that were was approved by voters May 3. What you need to know Budget Director Amanda Carter on May 27 presented a plan allowing commissioners to fund 2025 road bond projects through a mix of…
On May 30 at 4:30 p.m., Conroe City Council will hold its second public hearing on implementing a citywide temporary development moratorium. After the second public hearing, council members will then consider implementing a citywide moratorium, according to the May 30 agenda. Looking back Conroe City Council held the first public hearing about the moratorium…
After serving as Conroe ISD’s superintendent for seven years, Curtis Null will be leaving the district to begin his new position in Lake Travis ISD, where he was declared the lone finalist for superintendent on May 1. Null first joined CISD in 2000 as a teacher and became principal of The Woodlands High School in…
Texas House lawmakers initially approved on May 26 a pair of bills aimed at ensuring the state’s power grid and water systems can withstand continued population growth. “The Texas economic miracle, it needs three ingredients to happen: it needs a qualified workforce, a dependable electric grid and reliable water infrastructure,” Jeremy Mazur, a policy director…
As the 89th legislative session comes to a close, lawmakers are in the decision-making phase with bills passed or soon to be passed into law. The session will end June 2, although special sessions can still be called. Gov. Greg Abbott has until June 22 to sign or veto all bills. Check out some of…
There are several events taking place in the Conroe and Montgomery area this summer, including live music events and markets. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. A Neil Diamond Tribute This Neil Diamond tribute show will feature quick-change magic and a unique salute to veterans. Montgomery County Boutique Crawl Update your…
