Looking for something to do to celebrate the Fourth of July in the Houston area? Check out this guide. All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive. City of Bellaire Celebration of Independence Parade and Festival Attendees can celebrate independence with food, live music and more. The parade will begin at…
Officials across Montgomery County applauded the passage of House Bill 2012 in the Texas Legislature, which will allow counties to enforce regulations against roadside vendors. The details The bill was put forth by state Reps. Cecil Bell Jr., R-Magnolia, and Janis Holt, R-Liberty, and allows counties with a population greater than 600,000 people to issue…
Montgomery ISD outperformed the state in all categories for the spring 2025 State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness, or STAAR, according to results released by the Texas Education Agency on June 17. Willis ISD outperformed the state in third- and fourth-grade math, third- and fourth-grade reading and the U.S. history end-of-course (EOC) exam but…
Montgomery ISD board of trustees approved a $104.9 million balanced budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year at its meeting on June 24. As part of the budget, board members approved MISD’s employee compensation plan, which will give salary raises to all district employees. “We as a board are thankful for what happened in Austin and…
Conroe ISD officials said at a June 24 budget workshop they are seeking a balanced budget for CISD’s 2025-26 fiscal year following the signing of House Bill 2 by Gov. Greg Abbott, which will provide additional funding for schools. What to know Chief of Finance Karen Garza discussed at the June 24 meeting how HB…
From weddings expos to rock festivals and themed dinners, Houston-area residents have many entertainment options this weekend. This list is not comprehensive, and event details are subject to change. Blooming Wonders at Artechouse This experience celebrates nature through high-resolution projections and interactive visuals. The Bridal Extravaganza The bridal show will have cake samples, decor, flowers,…
Here’s a look at six recent updates at health care facilities in the Conroe area, including new buildings, programs and grants awarded by area hospital systems. This information is not comprehensive and comes from officials with each respective hospital. 1. Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital The hospital system opened the Houston Methodist Comprehensive Care Center…
Texas is expected to set a new record for electric demand this summer, officials said June 24, due to forecasted hot, dry weather and continued economic growth. Chris Coleman, who leads operational forecasting for the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, said this summer will likely be “hotter than normal,” following some of the hottest summers…
Local co-owners Amy and John Raams have opened a kitchen renovation store in Conroe, Amy Raams confirmed. The details Kitchen Tune-Uptakes old wood cabinets and brings them back to life, Amy Raams said. The kitchen restoration and renovation store specializes in new cabinets and cabinet painting. The store also offers accessories such as appliance lifts,…
Jason Smith, deputy chief of staff for Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough’s Office, outlined $40 million in planned projects for the county as part of congestion mitigation and air quality, or CMAQ, grants from the Federal Transit Administration. Two-minute impact Smith on June 24 presented an update on the potential for over $40 million in…
