Early in-person voting in Texas’ primary elections begins Feb. 17 and lasts until Feb. 27. Early voting gives registered voters the opportunity to cast their ballots before primary election day March 3. How it works Texas has an open primary system, where voters decide at the polling place whether to cast ballots in the Democratic…
As early voting begins Feb. 17, here is everything voters in Conroe and Montgomery need to know ahead of the March 3 election. What residents should know For the upcoming election, voters should note the following dates: Feb. 17: First day of early voting Feb. 20: Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received,…
Willis ISD trustees on Feb. 11 approved the district’s 2026-27 school year calendar as well as the principal for Ruth Castleschouldt Elementary School, opening in August. The gist Chastity Simon was named as the first principal of Ruth Castleschouldt Elementary School. Simon currently serves as associate principal and dean of instruction at Brabham Middle School,…
Wholesale customers participating in The San Jacinto River Authority Groundwater Reduction Plan can expect lower groundwater and surface water rates after the SJRA board of directors approved a rate order amendment Jan 22. What you need to know According to a news release from the SJRA, the groundwater rate will decrease from $2.62 to $2.51…
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but the good news is your heart health is something you can take charge of. At Baylor Scott & White in College Station, cardiologists stress that starting early and staying consistent are the best ways to protect your heart for years to come.…
Imagine waking up to the rustle of leaves, strolling shaded trails and feeling the calmness of nature just steps from your front door. That’s the promise of Wildtree, the newest master-planned community in Magnolia. “Wildtree is a community designed for connection with nature and each other,” Houston Division President Keith Luechtefeld said. “From the winding…
With spring approaching, your yard is about to come alive. But healthy trees, lush grass and pest-free spaces don’t happen on their own—Joshua Tree Experts is here to help. Launching the newest Houston area franchise in the spring of 2026’ the Joshua Tree team of tree, landscape and pest control experts is eager to help…
In Houston, new neighborhoods are taking shape. Streets are lined with framing, model homes are opening their doors and families are imagining what life could look like a few months from now. It’s a familiar rhythm in a fast-growing market, but behind it is a homebuilder stepping into Houston with intention, scale and a long-term…
ToyBox Treasures began with a birthday request—and a grandmother determined to find the perfect gift. When the owner’s granddaughter asked for a stuffed horse, a routine shopping trip turned into frustration. The options at big-box stores felt disposable and cheap—nothing worthy of becoming a keepsake. That moment sparked a realization: families were missing a true…
Community members and leaders gathered Feb. 6 to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Habitat for Humanity MCTX ReStore off Hwy. 242. The details The ReStore sells donated furniture, appliances and home improvement items, with proceeds helping fund local homebuilding and repair efforts. Executive Director Rhonda Darby told attendees that “every time you shop, donate or…