Schools, government buildings and some polling places will remain closed on Jan. 26 as Winter Storm Fern had a late arrival to the Greater Houston area on Jan. 24. Current situation According to the National Weather Service, the Greater Houston area can expect continued temperatures below freezing into Jan. 27. Per information on the Electric…
Need to catch up on Community Impact’s coverage from this week? Check out five trending stories in the Greater Houston area from Jan. 19-23. 7 businesses now open in Sugar Land-Missouri City Read about a handful businesses in the Sugar Land-Missouri City area that have recently opened, as reported by Community Impact. This list is…
Editor’s note: Community Impact will continue to update this article as more closures are announced. School districts and colleges across the Greater Houston area have begun announcing closures for Jan. 26, ahead of potentially severe winter weather expected to move through the region this weekend. What residents need to know As of Jan. 23, the…
The Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year after being created by the 77th Texas Legislature in 2001. How it works LSGCD manages the groundwater in Montgomery County by preserving, conserving, and protecting the groundwater supplies, its website states. The district also oversees the Groundwater Management Area 14, created in…
Conroe ISD Education Foundation will now be district affiliated, following approval by the board of trustees at its Jan. 20 meeting. The Conroe ISD Education Foundation has served since 2001 as an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit, providing financial support through scholarships for students, grants and educational initiatives, its website states. What to know CISD Executive Director…
At Wag’n World, dog care is about more than playtime and boarding—it’s about connection. This locally owned Houston daycare, boarding and grooming facility isn’t just about wagging tails; it’s about fostering community, supporting local businesses and giving back to the city that made them possible. Where paws meet purpose From the very beginning, Wag’n World…
In the upcoming March 3 primary, voters will select the Republican candidate in the race for Texas governor. Eleven Republicans are seeking the nomination. Republican incumbent Greg Abbott is seeking a fourth term in the governor’s office. He is challenged by ten Republican candidates: R.F. “Bob” Achgill, Evelyn Brooks, Pete “Doc” Chambers, Charles Andrew Crouch,…
Per a Jan. 7 news release, HTeaO opened a new location in Conroe, located near shopping centers, busy roadways and schools like Conroe High School on Jan. 10. The details Owned by Alicia Magaña, Armando Magaña, Samuel Morales and Veronica Morales, the new Conroe location offers a range of tea, water, and coffee products and…
As interest rates drop, the real estate market is entering a unique sweet spot. Many are wondering: Is it better to act now or wait for rates to drop further? “[Lower interest rates] give buyers more buying power,” said Holly LeBlanc, a realtor with The Kink Team – Keller Williams Realty. “Now they can afford…
The Aspenwood Company continues to redefine senior living with two communities that highlight the breadth of its approach: Spring Creek Village and Wood Glen Court. Each offers personalized care, vibrant engagement and environments tailored to the lifestyle residents seek, but with distinctly different atmospheres. Spring Creek Village presents a club-like experience for residents who thrive…