HOUSTON, TX — When it comes to lovers of Classical or Romantic music, there are plenty of opportunities in the Houston Region to hear live music, but for the earlier common practice period, the Baroque, the chances of catching performances are rather limited. But wait, I found a group, ‘Harmonia Stellarum Houston,’ which runs out…
The Texas Senate Education Committee discussed three bills March 25 that senators said would expand public schools’ ability to discipline students who are repeatedly disruptive or violent. Proponents of the measures said they would improve classroom safety and increase support for educators, while critics said the bills would undermine civil rights protections and push students…
CONROE, TX – A children’s classic is currently playing on stage at the Gerald D. Irons, Sr. Junior High School Thursday and Friday evening this week at 7 p.m. both evenings, and members of the Conroe area community are encouraged to come see the next generation of thespians. Rising stars shine in Roald Dahl classic…
The Greater Conroe Film Festival The Greater Conroe Film Festival will take place on Saturday, April 5th from 10am-10pm at the Owen Theatre. This exciting event will feature films made by local directors, producers, and actors, including several premiers, short films, and documentaries that showcase the stories of local people and places. Tickets are $10…
Lake Conroe Park is set to reopen after abruptly closing in early 2024 following approval of a new partnership between the San Jacinto River Authority and the Lake Conroe Beach Park initiative. Two-minute impact The San Jacinto River Authority approved a new lease agreement March 27 with Leroy, Joan and Soraya Herbert to renovate and…
While sipping on a splendid glass of McPherson Red Blend, I thought to myself, “this is an outstanding wine so why share it with others?” I want it just for me and then I remembered that wines are best when shared. I also thought that Texas needs to share with the world in a braggart…
Conroe’s queen of the radio airwaves Mary McCoy knew what she wanted to do from a young age and she never looked back. McCoy, 87, has been on the radio in Conroe for 74 years in April, and holds the Guinness Book of Records title of the “World’s Longest Career as a Radio Presenter/DJ (Female)”…
Bob Trevino Likes It Rated PG-13 for brief strong language and thematic elementsRotten Tomatoes Score: 93%In TheatersIn 2024, this little independent movie by filmmaker Tracie Laymon won the prestigious South by Southwest Narrative Feature Competition and Audience Awards, making her the hottest new indie filmmaker on the scene. And she just happens to be from…
Texas is facing a “long-term water supply crisis,” Sen. Charles Perry, R-Lubbock, said during a March 24 hearing. The longtime lawmaker is leading the charge to overhaul how water projects across the state are funded. “It takes much time and investment to develop new water supplies,” Perry told the Texas Senate Water, Agriculture and Rural…
