The University of Houston is the first Texas public university to adopt a revised state law allowing students to exclude grades and credits that are at least five years old—halving the previous 10-year wait—to help over 5 million Texans with some college credit but no degree, according to a July 22 release. The legislative change,…
Over the next two years, Texas’ nearly 9,000 public schools will receive about $8.4 billion in new funding after Gov. Greg Abbott signed House Bill 2 into law in June. At a glance Nearly half of that funding will be spent on raises for educators and support staff, such as bus drivers, janitors and librarians.…
Texas lawmakers held their first public hearings July 24 and 25 on plans to redraw the state’s congressional boundaries. The Legislature did not immediately release proposed changes to Texas’ 38 congressional districts, which were drawn in 2021. What’s happening Rep. Cody Vasut, an Angleton Republican who chairs the House redistricting committee, said that while lawmakers…
Public school accountability ratings for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years will be available on Aug. 15, the Texas Education Agency announced July 24. The 2025 ratings were already scheduled for an Aug. 15 release, per state law. The 2024 ratings, however, were blocked for nearly one year after 33 school districts sued the TEA…
At Woodhaven Village in Conroe, senior living is more than a place to stay; it’s a lifestyle built around comfort, independence and community. Offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite stays, Woodhaven Village allows residents to age in place with confidence and connection. As part of Grace Management, Woodhaven Village operates with a…
Lake Conroe is a favorite spot for boating enthusiasts and water lovers, offering a peaceful escape from Houston’s hustle and bustle. But for those without a boat, the experience was out of reach—until Little Palms Cruises came along. Little Palm is an 80-foot luxury boat offering charters for any occasion and is conveniently located at…
After nearly two decades of ministry in California, True Zoe Fellowship has found new ground to grow in Texas. Rooted in faith, family and service, this dynamic church is building a legacy of life, what they call “Zoe,” in The Conroe area. The story of True Zoe Fellowship began in 2006 in a modest classroom…
Two Lips to Tulips opened its storefront along Eva Street in Montgomery on June 25, owners Lisa Hasha and Tim Giraud confirmed. The details Two Lips to Tulips is a wine bar and floral studio offering Italian wines, curated charcuterie boards and hands-on floral workshops. The owners said opening the shop gave them the opportunity…
A proposed charter review committee failed to gain traction during the July 24 Conroe City Council meeting, dying for lack of a second motion during the voting process. The details The item, introduced by Mayor Duke Coon and Mayor Pro Tem Howard Wood, would have appointed five citizens—one selected by each council member—to assist the…
Conroe City Council approved two bid awards for traffic signal upgrades along two corridors during its July 24 meeting. The details The council unanimously awarded a $513,432 contract for a new traffic signal at the intersection of Hwy. 105 and Sixth Street and a $545,377 contract for improvements at Hwy. 75 and FM 2854, per…
