Conroe City Council is set to meet March 26 with several employee compensation and public safety items on the agenda. In a nutshell Among the items up for discussion, council will consider reinstating the STEP Pay Program for the 2025-26 budget cycle for fire and police civil service employees, with the pay increase proposed to…
On March 31, Texas’ roughly 9,000 licensed consumable hemp retailers will face sweeping new regulations, including thousands of dollars in annual fees and a ban on most smokable cannabis products. The new rules, which also include age verification requirements, stricter packaging guidelines and more rounds of product testing, were originally proposed in December. After reviewing…
On March 31, Texas’ roughly 9,000 licensed consumable hemp retailers will face sweeping new regulations, including thousands of dollars in annual fees and a ban on most smokable cannabis products. The new rules, which also include age verification requirements, stricter packaging guidelines and more rounds of product testing, were originally proposed in December. After reviewing…
Homebuyers interested in the peaceful lifestyle at Clopton Farms will soon have more opportunities to call the community home. Tri Pointe Homes is opening new sections of homesites in this Montgomery County community this summer, expanding availability for buyers at Clopton Farms. A growing community with distinct neighborhoods Located on about 125 acres in Montgomery…
When individuals or families face hardship, the challenges rarely come one at a time. A sudden job loss can lead to housing instability; health issues can disrupt employment, and financial strain can affect mental well-being. For over 40 years, Northwest Assistance Ministries has worked to address those interconnected needs across Northwest Houston through a wide…
Downtown Montgomery’s next chapter is starting to come into focus as city leaders push forward on several connected projects aimed at easing traffic, improving walkability and making room for future growth and development. Among the efforts are updates to city ordinances, improvements for McCown Street and work on a new city complex in the former…
Many people are hesitant about senior living and memory care, worried that it means giving up independence, routine and the life they love. Worthington Manor in Conroe is working to change that perception. Recognized for exceptional care, community life and resident satisfaction, the community recently earned the Best of Senior Living Award from A Place…
Insurance is something many people overlook—until they need it. For Shannon Geno, those moments highlight why getting the right coverage matters. As an Allstate agent in Cypress, Geno brings more than industry knowledge to his work. He brings personal experience—lessons learned the hard way that shape how he advises families on protecting their homes, finances…
Step into a home tailor-made for your life, and a community where every day feels like a getaway. At Everly, a master-planned community in Hockley, Drees Custom Homes is creating a place where modern living meets comfort, style and connection. From the moment you arrive, you’ll see why Everly is more than a neighborhood; it’s…
Selling or buying a home can be stressful, emotional and high stakes. For many, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, while for real estate professionals, it’s routine. Nicole and Doug Freer of the Nicole Freer Group at Corcoran Genesis decided to flip the script and step into the shoes of their own clients as home sellers and…