Lone Star College System’s calendar for the 2027-28 school year—which features student start dates of Aug. 30, 2027, and Jan. 18, 2028, for the fall and spring semesters, respectively—was approved by the college system’s board of trustees May 7. At a glance The fall semester will run Aug. 30-Dec. 19, 2027, for students and Aug.…
As Houston prepares to see the first of seven matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Chris Canetti, president of the Houston Host Committee, said the city is ready for the influx of visitors expected during the tournament beginning June 14. “As the event approaches and excitement builds, we’re here to report that Houston is…
On May 26, Democratic voters will choose their nominee for Texas lieutenant governor in a runoff election between state Rep. Vikki Goodwin, D-Austin, and union leader Marcos Vélez. The big picture The Democratic race for lieutenant governor is one of several statewide contests that advanced to May runoffs after no candidate received more than 50%…
By Cole Gee Cole joined Community Impact in 2025 as the general assignment reporter for the Tomball/Magnolia and Conroe/Montgomery areas. Before joining CI, Cole worked for many different news organizations, including KWBU News, The Houston Defender, and his alma mater’s student newspaper, The Baylor Lariat. When not reporting on local school board meetings and community…
Conroe City Council is set to revisit two issues that have drawn public pushback over the last year: when residents can speak at meetings and how much it costs to close city streets for events. What you need to know During the May 14 meeting, Mayor Duke Coon is bringing forward an item that could…
Lone Star College System has been launching new and expanded mental health and wellness programs for students and employees, with the next services slated to roll out in stages over the next few months, according to a May 7 presentation from system leaders. Major takeaways In March, LSCS mental health services were instituted, expanded or…
It usually happens fast. Something feels off—not quite an emergency, but not something to ignore. Maybe it’s worsening pain, an inexplicable symptom, or a situation that doesn’t feel right. And then comes the question most patients aren’t prepared to answer: Where do I go? Urgent care or the emergency room? “It’s a hard decision because…
Following pressure from summer camp operators, lawmakers and legislative leaders, Texas is suspending a requirement that all camps install “end-to-end” fiber-optic internet infrastructure before opening this summer. What you need to know After catastrophic flooding in Central Texas killed more than 130 people—including 28 deaths at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp—last July, state lawmakers…
As the sun sets, neighbors gather outside the Ranch House Amenity Center, easing into conversation, while others head out along the trails. At Caldwell Communities’ Mission Ranch, moments like these unfold naturally as part of daily life, and with the community entering its final phase, opportunities to experience it are becoming limited. Since development began…
For many Americans, building wealth seems simple: earn more, save more and invest wisely. But according to CHN Advisors, that mindset may be missing the most powerful lever—tax strategy. “One of the most overlooked opportunities in wealth building is tax efficiency,” CEO Charles Njoya said. “When you structure investments in a tax-efficient way, you see…