The Friend Rated R for a sexual reference and languageRotten Tomatoes Score: 85%In TheatersBased on the award-winning novel by Sigrid Nunez, Naomi Watts plays a single novelist living in a small New York City Apartment whose mentor and friend, played by Bill Murray, commits suicide, and bequeaths his giant Great Dane to her.  As her…

Joe Folsom, newly appointed Artistic Director  for The Players Theatre Company, announced the shows scheduled for the prominent Conroe community theatre’s 59th season which will begin in August 2025 and continue through July 2026.  “The season’s theme of “Family Matters” is reflected in all our titles, showcasing the complex and life-affirming relationships of family,” Folsom said.…

Conroe ISD board of trustees discussed projections for its fiscal year 2025-26 budget at an April 1 special meeting, while acknowledging uncertainly surrounding enrollment and potential changes to funding with the Texas Legislature underway. What to know CISD Chief Financial Officer Karen Garza presented projections to the board and discussed the challenges of formulating the…

Owner Daniel Vengoechea said Ruah Cafe opened on FM 2978 March 19, serving items such as toast, crepes, specialty coffees, wine, smoothies and salads. Toast options on the menu are inspired by different geographic locations, such as the Curacao featuring vanilla yogurt and fruit, and the Austin toast with pulled pork and orange BBQ sauce.…

Conroe City Council named Khanh Ariel Gibbs as the city’s new chief financial officer during its April 1 special meeting. Gibbs replaces Collin Boothe, who left the position in November, Deputy City Administrator Nancy Mikeska said. The details Mikeska said the city received more than 25 applications, and Mayor Duke Coon then interviewed four applicants…

Blinc Eye Care, located along Fish Creek Thoroughfare in Montgomery, is celebrating its 5th anniversary on May 7, owner Catherine Kristynik confirmed. “We’re incredibly grateful to our patients, our team, and the community for trusting us and growing with us,” Kristynik said. “It’s a milestone that humbles us and motivates us for the next five…

By Sayer Townsend, Owner & Head Trainer Edgebrook Equestrian Center• Edgebrook Equestrian Center finishes out regular season strong, with 7 riders advancing through Regionals and onto Zone Finals. Edgebrook Equestrian Center’s IEA team finished their post season Regional show with 7 zone qualifiers. The middle school team won Grand Champion and the High School team…