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Conroe’s Freedom Fest: A Celebration of America
CONROE, TX — It was a little humid, but the gentle breeze kept the larger beads of sweat at bay, as citizens of Montgomery County and beyond gathered around Downtown Conroe to enjoy the festivities associated with the Founding of Our Nation. The 4th Annual Freedom Fest, held this past Saturday, had vendors scattered from Simonton Street (and Heritage Place) east of Frazier/TX-75 to North Pacific Street, next to the railroad tracks, with additional attractions and booths along N. Main Street. The event was organized in partnership with several corporations such as Enercorp, Pro Directional, and Complete Home Remodeling. In addition, numerous businesses in Historic Downtown Conroe chipped in to bring about a gathering for young and old to come and hang out, listen to some patriotic music, and watch some fireworks.
Houston-area community library provides access to diverse, banned books
The Houston area has a new resource for residents affected by book bans — or people just looking for their next great read: The Woodlands Pride Community Library. Housed in Village Books at 9955 Woodlands Parkway, Suite F, the library has almost 400 titles. Many are stories from the LGBTQ+ community and/or authors of color, like “All Boys Aren’t Blue,” by George M. Johnson, “Drama,” by Raina Telgemeier, and “The Hate U Give,” by Angie Thomas.
Willis ISD hosts groundbreaking for middle school as part of 2022 bond
Willis ISD board members signed a steel beam following the groundbreaking. (Angela Bonilla/Community Impact) Willis ISD held a groundbreaking June 26 for its Middle School No. 3 scheduled to open in 2025. How we got here. The new middle school is part of the district's 2022 bond for $143 million...
Flags ordered to half-mast to acknowledge passing of Dean Towery
Mayor Duke W. Coon has ordered all flags flying at city buildings and properties to be lowered to half-mast to acknowledge the passing of former Public Works Director Dean Towery, who passed away on Sunday, June 30th. Flags will remain at half-mast until sunset on Friday, July 5th. Towery dedicated...
Montgomery County shifts mosquito abatement program, oversight away from Precinct 3 office
The program shift follows the first confirmed case of West Nile virus found on June 25. (Courtesy Pexels) Montgomery County commissioners on July 2 approved moving the county's mosquito abatement program to a new building in New Caney from the Precinct 3 Commissioner's Office in Spring. What it means. The...
Conroe Approves Changes To Irrigation Ordinace
CONROE, TX -- During a June 13th City Council Meeting, the City Council voted to amend the defined hours of landscape irrigation Chapter 70 Sec. 70-42. This news release provides information on the changes, new watering hours, and enforcement actions for violations. The City of Conroe is enforcing mandatory year-round...
Tomball City Council approves reduced building setbacks for Winfrey Estates
During its July 1 meeting, Tomball City Council approved a reduction in building setbacks for the Winfrey Estates development located on the west side of FM 2978 at Winfrey Lane. (Lizzy Spangler/Community Impact) Tomball City Council approved a reduction in building setbacks July 1 for the Winfrey Estates development located...
Conroe ISD breaks ground on elementary school in Evergreen
Conroe Independent School District recently broke ground on an elementary school in Evergreen, a master-planned community from Shea Homes. Superintendent Dr. Curtis Null, as well as other school officials and representatives from the Lake Conroe/Conroe Chamber of Commerce, were among the attendees at the groundbreaking ceremony. Spanning 150,000 square feet,...
Civic Club Selects July Yard of the Month
We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Patty McManis of 59 N. Crescendo Path has been awarded July's Yard of the Month! Ms. McManis, who has been a resident of the area since 1981 and chose her Shenandoah home 11 years ago, has created a stunning garden. She was so surprised and excited to be the winner. Congratulations!
Experience Cool Summer Fun this 4th of July in Shenandoah
Every indoor entertainment venue in Shenandoah (6 of them) will be open this 4th of July, offering exciting climate-controlled fun and activities that include everything from bowling to billiards, IMAX Movies, laser tag, pottery painting, rock wall climbing, indoor ziplining, and video games. If you need to quench your thirst (and who doesn’t this July) or need a sweet treat fix, you are in luck because we have you covered with numerous restaurants, ice cream shops, and cold drink shops, that are overflowing with some of the best summer sweet tooth desserts you can find anywhere.
Montgomery ISD to purchase $534K of entry-resistant glass for exterior buildings
On June 25, Montgomery ISD's board of trustees approved the purchase of about 21,000 square feet of safety glass for exterior windows on district buildings. Pictured is MISD Superintendent Mark Ruffin and board President Laurie Turner on June 28. (Emily Lincke/Community Impact) Entry-resistant safety glass will be installed at Montgomery...
Conroe City Council rejects speed limit reduction on FM 3083
The proposal aimed to decrease the speed limit from its current 55 mph to 45 mph along a 0.530-mile stretch of FM 3083, extending from Loop 336 to the southeast city limits of Conroe, was denied. (Lizzy Spangler/Community Impact) Conroe City Council voted against a proposed reduction in the speed...
The Woodlands Pride Community Library opens at Village Books
The Woodlands Pride Community Library is now open in The Woodlands. (Courtey Pexels) The Woodlands Pride Community Library is now open in The Woodlands, offering books available to borrow. "We are so excited to welcome everyone to The Woodlands Pride Community Library," said Rachel Walker, community outreach specialist for The...
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