Catch up on Community Impact’s coverage this week with five trending Greater Houston-area stories from Dec. 19-26. 1. Coastal Texas Project moves forward with two new design contracts After years of being locked in a standstill, planners of the Coastal Texas Project announced the approval of two engineering design contracts that will allow the project…
From fried chicken to upscale dining, Community Impact highlighted multiple dining establishments for the area in its Conroe/Montgomery edition. Here are five restaurants for locals to check out. 1. Coop’s Hot Chicken Owned by the Sawyer Marketing Group and operated by Shawn Ward, Coop’s Hot Chicken opened in Montgomery County in November 2023. “All of…
Alpha Gym, a warehouse-style fitness facility, will open its doors in February, owners Cory and Lindsey Malak confirmed. The gym will offer a variety of machines, including plate- and pin-loaded machines, free weights and powerlifting equipment. “Whether members are beginners or experienced athletes, our space is built to support hard work, determination and real results,”…
2026 is a big election year in Texas. Voters will see 18 statewide races, all congressional seats, most state legislative seats and a variety of local positions on the ballot. Keep reading to get the details about the 2026 election cycle, including voter registration deadlines and election dates; the election processes for various political parties…
Check out six dining updates in the Greater Houston area, including businesses that recently opened and new spots coming soon, as reported by Community Impact. Now open Candente Owner Michael Sambrooks said in a Dec. 22 news release that the new Bellaire location represents a commitment to the expansion of his two brands—Candente and The…
Not ready to give up the holiday spirit just yet? Here are eight events to attend the weekend after Christmas in the Houston area. This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change. Galaxy Lights The space-themed holiday light show at Space Center Houston features live demonstrations, Apollo-themed lanterns, astronaut selfies and s’mores.…
As the holidays come to an end, there are several entities offering Christmas tree recycling and disposal drop-offs around the Greater Houston area. Check them out below. This list is not comprehensive. The details City of Bellaire The city of Bellaire will accept Christmas tree drop-offs Dec. 26-Jan. 12 at 4401 Edith St., Houston. Flocked…
There are several events taking place on Dec. 31 around Conroe and Montgomery. Check them out below. This list is not comprehensive and events are subject to change. NYE at Lucy Blues Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Lucy Blues with an event featuring live music, homemade tamales and a champagne toast at midnight. Dec. 31,…
From fresh local meat and honey to pickleball and biohacking, Conroe-Montgomery has a variety of businesses to visit. Here are some of the businesses highlighted in the Conroe/Montgomery edition of Community Impact in 2025. 1. Mariel’s Meat Market For the managers at Mariel’s Meat Market, seeing customers smile at the joy of getting a fresh…
By Vanessa Holt | 10:09 AM Dec 23, 2025 CST Updated 10:09 AM Dec 23, 2025 CST The new office for Harpers Kids’ Dentistry and Orthodontics offers children’s pediatric dentistry with sedation as well as orthodontics for children and adults. (Courtesy Harpers Kids’ Dentistry and Orthodontics) The new office for Harpers Kids’ Dentistry and Orthodontics…