Water service has been restored at Willis ISD’s new campus, Calfee Middle School, as of Aug. 7 following meetings between city officials and the school district, according to an Aug. 7 city of Conroe news release. The solution came after what city officials said was a “very productive discussion” with WISD leaders, resulting in a…
One month after the historic July 4-5 flooding killed at least 137 people in Central Texas, a state House committee met Aug. 5 to discuss five bills aimed at improving how communities prepare for and respond to future natural disasters, including floods. The roughly three-hour hearing was lawmakers’ first to consider specific policies in response…
Willis ISD announced in an Aug. 6 news release that it has launched a webpage to provide information and documentation about the ongoing water capacity issue at its new middle school, Calfee Middle School, scheduled to open Aug. 13. As of Aug. 6, water service to the school was still cut off. According to the…
Conroe ISD held a public hearing Aug. 5 on the tax rate for its preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025-26. No members of the public commented on the budget during the hearing. A second hearing will be held Aug. 19. What to know Chief of Finance Karen Garza presented the tax rate and proposed FY…
Texas’ sales tax holiday will span Aug. 8-10 this year. Texas families are expected to save an estimated $133.2 million in state and local sales taxes on items such as clothing and school supplies during this year’s sales tax holiday, according to the Texas Comptroller’s Office. What to know For three days, customers will not…
Conroe City Council will host a special meeting at 10 a.m. Aug. 9 to discuss and consider a memorandum of understanding agreement with Willis ISD concerning providing out-of-city services and other related matters, according to the agenda. The details According to the agenda item, council will deliberate on providing city services such as water to…
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. National Bowling Day at Main Event Attendees can participate in league play, open bowling, mini games and face painting, among other attractions. Advance registration is required. ‘The…
Gov. Greg Abbott asked the state Supreme Court to remove Texas House Democratic Caucus Chair Rep. Gene Wu, D-Houston, from office on Aug. 5, days after dozens of House Democrats left the state to fight an effort to redraw Texas’ congressional districts. Two hours later, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to the…
Check out what’s happening in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend, Aug. 8-10. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. Backpacks and Barbers Enjoy a free haircut for kids ages 5-14 years old and a backpack and school supply giveaway. Local food trucks and vendors will be in attendance, and an…
Texas Hair Team has opened a second location in Conroe, an employee at the company confirmed. The details Texas Hair Team offers services including haircuts, hair color treatments, highlights, blowouts, perms, straightening, hair extensions, updos, cornrows and more, according to its website. The business celebrated its grand opening on July 26, the employee said.