Editor’s note: The original version of this article has been updated with more sourcing from Houston-area physicians in other Community Impact coverage areas. Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound are some of the names of a class of medicines known as Glucagon-like peptide 1 drugs, which can be prescribed to treat Type 2 Diabetes or obesity and…
By Angela Bonilla Education Reporter Angela joined Community Impact as a reporter covering education in Montgomery County in April 2024 after working as a journalist in Central Texas. Prior to joining CI, Angela worked as part of a digital and social media team at a news station in Waco. When she’s not writing, she enjoys…
By Jovanna Aguilar Features Reporter Jovanna joined Community Impact as a reporter in July 2023. As a features reporter, she covers the North Houston area, including Cy-Fair, Tomball, The Woodlands, Conroe, Spring-Klein and the Lake Houston area. She graduated from Sam Houston State University in December 2021 where she majored in mass communication with a…
The entertainment lineup for the 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo was announced Jan. 9 and includes artists such as Luke Bryan and Post Malone. What you need to know The 2025 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will run from March 4-23, and the 2025 World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest is scheduled for Feb. 27-March 1.…
Conroe City Council voted to change the public comment procedures in a 3-1 vote during a Jan. 6 special meeting. Council member Howard Wood was absent and Mayor Pro Tem Harry Hardman voted against the agenda item. What you need to know During the special meeting, City Council approved changes to the rules and procedures…
Need something to do this weekend? Here’s a list of several events going on in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. Cotton Bowl Watch Party Pacific Yard House is hosting a Cotton Bowl Watch party with food and drink specials. Beatlemania at the Crighton…
BarkSuds is opening soon in Pine Market in Montgomery, according to a Jan. 9 news release. The dog grooming membership club is owned by Woodforest residents Elizabeth Fagen and Troy Kite. The initial Bath S’paw membership will be $45 a month and includes bathing, blowouts, brushing, teeth cleaning, ear cleaning, nail trimming, gland expression and…
With snow and other winter precipitation expected in the Dallas-Fort Worth area this week, energy officials said the Texas power grid will withstand the cold weather. Texans should contact their local utility providers if they experience power outages, Gov. Greg Abbott said during a Jan. 8 news conference in Austin. Widespread outages are unlikely, but…
Conroe ISD discussed at its Jan. 7 workshop meeting whether it will use Bluebonnet Learning curriculum, a new state-approved curriculum set to begin in the fall across the state. About the program Bluebonnet Learning was approved by the State Board of Education from a proposal from the Texas Education Agency following the approval of House…
Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend? Check out this weekend’s guide! All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive. Boots & Bling Gala This event at Beckendorff Farms in Katy will feature a brisket and sausage dinner, an open bar, and fundraising for nonprofit Friendly Li’l…
