The American Heart Association, a nonprofit organization dedicated to heart and brain health, in March announced two leadership appointments for the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast markets. Key players Kellie Armstrong was named senior executive director for the Greater Houston market, and Lisa Fenley was appointed executive director for the Gulf Coast, according to a…
Four candidates are running for Montgomery mayor in the May 2 election, including incumbent Sara Countryman. Early voting begins April 20 and runs through April 28, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s website. Election day is May 2. In Montgomery County, voters can cast their ballot at any polling location during early voting. However,…
Government Reporter Nichaela joined Community Impact in June 2024 as a government reporter for the northern Greater Houston area. Before CI, she worked as the news editor and managing editor of Texas State’s student run newspaper, The University Star. When not at your local council meeting, Nichaela enjoys live music, exploring and spending time with…
Three candidates are running for Conroe municipal judge in the May 2 election. Incumbent William Waggoner did not seek reelection and ran for . Early voting begins April 20 and runs through April 28, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s website. Election day is May 2. In Montgomery County, voters can cast their ballot…
Two candidates are running for Texas Senate District 4 in the May 2 special election. Incumbent Brandon Creighton vacated the seat after being named the chancellor and CEO of the Texas Tech University System. Whoever wins the election will serve the remainder of Creighton’s term, which is up in January 2027. In November, voters will…
Missed any Community Impact articles from this week? Check out five trending stories in the Greater Houston area from March 30-April 2. 1. Harris County Precinct 3 pilots new approach to street repair with recycled tires Harris County Precinct 3’s road and bridge department is giving old tires a second life with a new approach…
Three medical cannabis businesses have been conditionally approved to participate in the Texas Compassionate Use Program, state officials announced April 1. The companies received conditional licenses from the Texas Department of Public Safety in an effort to expand access to medical cannabis products. Under the compassionate use program, physicians can prescribe medical-grade, low-THC products to…
TSA PreCheck and CLEAR screenings have returned to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, according to an April 2 news release. The details Airport officials said standard TSA screenings, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR are currently available at Terminals A, C and E at IAH, but they noted access to TSA PreCheck and CLEAR is not guaranteed and…
On April 2, the Lone Star College System’s board of trustees approved unchanged tuition rates for the 2026-27 school year and discussed lowering the rates in the future. What happened During the LSCS trustees’ regular April 2 meeting, trustees unanimously approved the proposed tuition rates for the 2026-27 school year. According to April 2 meeting…
It’s easy to assume child abuse is something that happens elsewhere—until you realize it’s affecting children here at home. In 2025, 597 Galveston County children experienced abuse or neglect, each facing challenges no child should endure. As Child Abuse Awareness Month begins, local organizations like CASA of Galveston County are working to bring those stories…