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…
With the 89th Texas Legislative session set to begin Jan. 14, Conroe- and Montgomery-area state legislators filed over 90 bills through Dec. 3, according to Texas Legislature Online. The overview Local state reps Cecil Bell Jr., Steve Toth and Will Metcalf have filed 71 bills regarding topics such as daylight savings time, cell phone use…
Bayou Land Conservancy raised more than $150,000 at its “Our Land, Our Legacy” gala, held Nov. 10 at The Springs-Pinehaven in Magnolia, according to a Dec. 1 news release. What you need to know The event was in support of the conservancy’s mission to preserve land along streams for flood control, clean water, and wildlife,…
Willis Supermarket celebrated its 15th anniversary in October, general manager Sam Prasla said. The store—which first opened Oct. 29, 2009—awarded a $7,000 donation check to Willis ISD’s Roark Early Education Center. What they offer Willis Supermarket sells a variety of products ranging from fresh produce, meat and pantry items, Prasla said. The store also offers…
LoopDeco, a furniture removal company, launched its services in the Greater Houston area earlier this year, owner and CEO Roman Pennell confirmed. The company provides furniture removal services to retailers and consumers, with most furniture able to be removed within 24-48 hours, Pennell said. “We are focused on keeping furniture and other bulky home goods…
Several restaurants have opened recently in the Conroe and Montgomery area. Check them out below. This list is not comprehensive. 1. Offering a variety of soups, salads, burgers and seafood, The Corral is now open along East Powell Street. Opened Sept. 6 200 E. Powell St., Willis 936-666-5257 2. A new location of Los Cucos…
As the new year approaches and more people prioritize their physical well-being, Stretch Zone offers a specialized service that caters to a wide range of individuals, from athletes to seniors. Located at 9430 Fry Rd, Ste. 700, Cypress, Stretch Zone provides a unique approach to improving flexibility, mobility and overall body wellness through assisted stretching.…
Check out the following restaurant news from across the Houston metro, as recently reported by Community Impact. Afuri Ramen The Houston location is the first restaurant to open in Texas. Located on North Durham Drive, the Heights spot features a full bar and a large open-concept kitchen where guests can watch the noodle and broth-making…
Barbara Garney knows her way around a handgun. The founder of Lady Clay Shooters, a recreational sporting club for women, men and couples in the Greater Houston area, said she grew up hunting. But Garney had no clue how to operate the shotgun that her husband gave her as a wedding present in the early…
Cresset Real Estate Partners and Fidelis Residential are partnering to develop Fidelis Willis, a nine-building, 252-unit multifamily community, according to a Nov. 26 news release. The new community will be located within the larger community of Moran Ranch, which is located along I-45 near The Market at Willis shopping center, according to the news release.…
