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Residents in Porter subdivision shocked to find CenterPoint didn't know they had no power
PORTER, Texas - What's more frustrating than going a week without power. Finding out as far as CenterPoint is concerned, you don't even exist. "We've been without power since Monday when the storm hit," said Woodridge Forest resident Jessica Burke. Why?. We didn't see any fallen trees in the Porter...
FEMA offers guidance and assistance for Hurricane Beryl victims in Houston area
Houston - In the wake of Hurricane Beryl's impact on Houston and surrounding areas, FEMA has announced the availability of disaster aid assistance to affected residents. Many in the community have expressed frustration over denied assistance claims, prompting clarification from FEMA regarding the application process. Residents like those at the...
Montgomery County shifts to debris removal, opening disaster resource centers following Beryl
Montgomery County Commissioners Court meets at 9:30 a.m. every other Tuesday at 501 N. Thompson Road, Conroe. (Lizzy Spangler/Community Impact) Montgomery County commissioners met in a special session on July 16 to receive an update on disaster aid and cleanup as power continues to be restored to parts of the county.
Humble woman sleeps in car for week waiting for power to be restored following Beryl
HUMBLE, Texas – In the Classic Pines neighborhood in Humble, many residents are still without power, one week after Beryl hit the Greater Houston area. Christina Bourgeois told KPRC 2 Reporter Corley Peel she and her dog, Mimosa, have been using her car as their second home. “We climb...
Conroe City Council extends Hurricane Beryl disaster declaration
During the July 15 special council meeting, Public Works Director Norman McGuire said the city will see an estimated 50,000 cubic yards of green waste picked up. (Courtesy City of Conroe) In a special meeting July 15, Conroe City Council approved extending its declaration of disaster, first signed into place...
Cleveland gets a splash of color with new museum mural
The City of Cleveland is proud of the recently-completed mural on the exterior wall of the Cleveland Historical Museum, located at 203 E Boothe St. This vibrant masterpiece, painted by celebrated artist Cherry Meekins of Meek Cherry Artistry, is the fourth mural in the city created by Meekins, whose work has become a defining element of Cleveland’s artistic landscape.
The Woodlands Township Board holds Emergency Meeting on ongoing impact of Hurricane Beryl
The Woodlands Township shared the following recap of the Emergency Meeting held by the Board of Directors on Sunday, July 14, 2024. The Woodlands Township Board of Directors held an Emergency Meeting on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 5 p.m., to discuss the ongoing impact of Hurricane Beryl upon residents and villages.
The Woodlands Township discusses options following extended power outages
Nancy Becker, President of the Creekside Park Village Association, and The Woodlands Township board member Brad Bailey talk to energy repair crews. (Courtesy Brad Bailey) The Woodlands Township board of directors met in an emergency meeting on July 14 to discuss the status of power restoration and debris removal from Hurricane Beryl, including discussion of how the board could hold CenterPoint Energy accountable for prolonged wait times for restoration.
Grogan’s Mill Village Center to undergo redevelopment with New Library and Community Center
THE WOODLANDS, TX – Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH) and Montgomery County Commissioner James Noack announced construction will begin today on the revitalization of Grogan’s Mill Village Center. Originally developed in 1974 as the first village center in The Woodlands®, this project will breathe new life into a beloved community hub and feature a state-of-the-art library, community center, and 32,000 square feet of modern retail space.
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