From a steakhouse to sushi, there’s plenty of dining options to check out locally. Here are five restaurants featured in the Conroe-Montgomery edition of Community Impact in 2024 to visit. 1. Dulcino’s Italian Steakhouse Sam Kurti said he moved from New York to Montgomery in 2022 to fulfill his dream of opening a restaurant. In…
From a quilt company to a cheese shop, there’s a variety of businesses to check out locally. Here are 5 businesses featured in the Conroe-Montgomery edition of Community Impact in 2024. 1. Queen Boba Tea & Thai Sweets Boba Queen Tea & Thai Sweets, owned and operated by Thai couple Pawarise and Ohm Nilkamhang, was…
For 15 years, Texas House lawmakers have asked their constituents to design holiday ornaments that highlight unique aspects of their communities. This year, over 100 hand-decorated ornaments sit on a 23-foot Virginia pine tree. The tree was grown at Elves Christmas Tree Farm in Denison, which is located just south of the Texas-Oklahoma border. Community…
The heating, ventilation and air conditioning industry is facing a significant change, with new regulations set by the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA’s Technology Transition Rule, which aims to reduce the environmental and health impacts of refrigerants used in air conditioning and heating systems, is set to change the landscape of the industry. This rule…
On Dec. 17, the Conroe ISD board of trustees received updates regarding campus construction and improvements planned as part of the district’s $1.9 billion 2023 bond package as well as several from the $653.57 million 2019 bond package. What’s happening Here are some of the projects underway in the district. Rob Eissler Elementary School Project:…
During the past five years, the demographic makeup within the boundaries of Conroe, Montgomery and Willis ISDs became more diverse, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates data released Dec. 12. The gist CISD and WISD also saw an increase in the Black population, which rose to 8.9% and 8.5%,…
By Carson Weaver Real Estate & Development Reporter Carson joined Community Impact in June 2024 as a reporter covering real estate and development in the Houston metro area. Before CI, he worked as the sports editor and editor-in-chief of Texas State’s student run newspaper, The University Star. When not working, Carson enjoys watching baseball or…
Montgomery County officials petitioned for two new mobility studies while officials with the city of Conroe and The Woodlands Township sought just over $46 million in funding for projects in 2025 and beyond. Two-minute impact The Houston-Galveston Area Council’s Transportation Policy Council held its final meeting of 2024 on Dec. 20, where council members approved…
Several businesses have opened in and around the city of Montgomery over the last year, including retailer Home Depot and restaurant Lupe Tortilla. Meanwhile, the city has also seen population growth, rising from 997 residents to 1,620 between 2017-2022, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Mayor Sara Countryman said the…
There several events taking place during Christmas week in the Greater Houston area. All events are subject to change. This list is not comprehensive. Cookies for Santa Anyone ages 3 and older can participate in decorating cookies for Santa at the Rob Fleming Center. Reviseur Cognac tasting Total Wine & More’s Pearland location on Broadway…