Most people are not trying to beat the stock market; they are trying to answer a simpler question: will their money support the life they want? For many households, that question becomes more pressing as retirement approaches. People begin thinking about whether their savings will last, how taxes might affect their withdrawals, and how to…

By Angela Bonilla General Assignment Reporter Angela joined Community Impact as a reporter covering education in Montgomery County in April 2024 after working as a journalist in Central Texas. Prior to joining CI, Angela worked as part of a digital and social media team at a news station in Waco. When she’s not writing, she…

More moderate prices have led to an influx of homes hitting the market, according to the Houston Association of Realtors’ February 2026 housing market update. While there was a slight decrease in home sales, buyer activity has increased across the region. The background According to HAR, property sales of all types compared to February last…

From Cajun cuisine to New York-style sandwiches, read these six dining updates across the Greater Houston area, including local restaurant staple highlights and restaurants that recently opened or are coming soon, as reported by Community Impact. Impacts of the week Asian restaurant with robotic chef opens near Texas Medical Center Using a robotic chef system,…

The Conroe ISD board of trustees will learn about the district’s projected future enrollment along with naming principals for its new schools at its March 17 meeting. What to know The March regular meeting agenda includes future enrollment projection information from Zonda Demographics. The board will also discuss its local school library advisory council, per…