Around 1 a.m. Sept. 4, the Texas Legislature gaveled out of its second special session of the year. On the heels of a two-week Democratic walkout that stymied bills during a previous legislative overtime, lawmakers moved quickly to pass 16 of Gov. Greg Abbott’s 24 priorities in under three weeks. At a glance A long-debated…
A new community will bring 250 homes to the Montgomery area after M/I Homes purchased 180 acres of land along FM 2854, according to a Sept. 3 news release. What you need to know The Berryknoll community is expected to open in spring 2026 with homes ranging from 70 feet wide to an acre, according…
Lamplight Ghost Tours is expanding into Conroe this October, according to an Aug. 21 news release. The business, which already offers ghost tours in Montgomery, will launch a new tour through downtown Conroe. The tour will combine a walk with local history and stories, according to the news release. Tickets for the tours will be…
Need something to do this weekend? See this list of events going on throughout the Conroe and Montgomery area. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. Reader’s Night: Book Besties Meet fellow readers, swap books, shop for book-themed merchandise from local vendors and meet local authors in downtown Conroe. First Friday Sip…
Conroe residents and visitors will soon have a new way to celebrate the holidays after Conroe City Council approved plans for Christmas at Candy Cane Park, a large-scale drive-thru light experience, during its Aug. 28 meeting. The details The drive-thru light experience will have a series of themed zones featuring oversized decorations, tunnels of lights…
Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend? Check out this weekend’s guide. All events are subject to change, and this list is not comprehensive. Party at the Pavilion Attendees are welcome to bring their own drinks and food, as well as set up picnic blankets and lawn chairs while listening to…
The Montgomery County Choral Society announced its concerts for its 2025-26 season, called “A Season of Story and Spirit,” in an Aug. 29 news release. The details Attendees can expect the following shows from the Montgomery County Choral Society during its 2025-26 season, according to the release: “Mysteries in Harmony” on Oct. 11 at 4…
State Sen. Brandon Creighton, R-Conroe, will be officially named the sole finalist for the position of chancellor and CEO for the Texas Tech University System at a Sept. 4 board of regents meeting, according to the meeting agenda. On the social platform X, Cody Campbell, chair of the TTU System board of regents, announced Aug.…
During its Aug. 28 meeting, Conroe City Council voted to change its meeting structure beginning in September to accommodate House Bill 1522. What you need to know Starting Sept. 1, HB 1522 changes how and when cities and counties must post public notices for meetings, as previously reported. The legislation will change the current 72-hour…
Hive Academy, a family-owned private preschool, will celebrate its grand opening Sept. 6. The academy offers programs for children starting at 6 weeks old, as well as before-and-after-school care for kids up to age 13, according to its website. About the program The Hive Academy offers four programs for different age groups, per its website:…