There are several transportation projects taking place around the Conroe and Montgomery area. See several updates below. This list is not comprehensive. Ongoing projects Hwy. 75 improvements Project: Hwy. 75 is undergoing improvements such as planing and underseal base repair between South Loop 336 North and Gladstell Street. Update: This project is 9% completed, according…
Because the holiday season can put a strain on struggling families, dozens of organizations across Houston are partnering with local nonprofits and food banks to help provide meals. “It can be a difficult season for families already struggling to make ends meet, so we invite everyone to join us in spreading hope and generosity, helping…
People looking to do something in Houston and surrounding area this weekend can enjoy a holiday market, floral design class and live music. This is not a comprehensive list of events taking place this weekend. The Velvet Stocking The Velvet Stocking Christmas Market is one of the longest-running Christmas bazaars in the Houston Bay Area,…
Texas is the nation’s largest energy producer, leading other U.S. states in both natural gas production and renewable energy generation, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, an independent federal agency. Yet as people, businesses and data centers continue to move to the state, Texas leaders need to harness new strategies to make…
By Jovanna Aguilar Features Reporter Jovanna joined Community Impact as a reporter in July 2023. As a features reporter, she covers the North Houston area, including Cy-Fair, Tomball, The Woodlands, Conroe, Spring-Klein and the Lake Houston area. She graduated from Sam Houston State University in December 2021 where she majored in mass communication with a…
The filing period to run for the 2026 primary elections is open through Dec. 8, according to the Texas Secretary of State. The details The period for candidates to file an intention to run for office opened Nov. 8, according to the Texas Secretary of State. Montgomery County voters will see several local candidates on…
Every day for the past 25 years, at least one person has died in crashes on Texas roads. Texas officials and the families of some fatal crash victims commemorated the grim anniversary with a candlelight ceremony at the Texas Capitol on Nov. 7. Over 91,000 people have died in Texas traffic crashes since Nov. 7,…
Suburban areas including New Caney East, Porter and West University are leading the way in home sales growth, according to the Houston Association of Realtors’ latest Hottest Communities report for the third quarter of 2025. The top-ranked communities are seeing the largest increase in sales due to affordability and new construction continuing to attract buyers,…
A new mobile bookstore is rolling into communities across Greater Houston, offering readers a joyful way to shop, owner Christie Hopson said. A closer look Enchanted Chapters hosts weekend pop-up events at breweries, festivals and other local gatherings, Hopson said. The mobile bookstore carries a variety of genres from romance to fantasy, thriller, mystery and…
Montgomery City Council on Nov. 10 approved the Montgomery Economic Development Corp. to spend up to $850,000 on the design, fabrication and installation of citywide wayfinding signs. The details The wayfinding project will include gateway entry monuments, directional signage and street signs throughout the city to help guide visitors and reinforce Montgomery’s branding, according to…