Lake Conroe Area Republican Women were proud to celebrate another inspiring year of the “My American Hero Essay Contest”, showcasing the heartfelt and patriotic stories written by 5th grade students of Montgomery Independent School District. This year, LCARW had the honor of reviewing 187 essays submitted from seven MISD elementary campuses. Each essay reflected thoughtful appreciation…
Top honors were awarded Tuesday, April 14, as the Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo awarded its 2026 Grand and Reserve Champion MarketGoat Exhibitors. Judge Steve Sturtz named Karlie Rogers of the Montgomery FFA Chapter the 2026 Grand Champion Market Goat. Rogers, a senior, entered the show ring for the final time not knowing she would come…
The Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo hosted its inaugural Faith at the Fair event on Sunday, April 12, at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. Faith at the Fair is a new, family-friendly celebration of faith and community in Montgomery County. The event brought together residents from across the county for a day of encouragement, connection and…
Top honors in the Market Steer Show were awarded Tuesday, April 17, as the Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo named its 2026 grand andreserve champions. Paisley Harris of Champion 4-H left the show ring with the title of 2026 Grand Champion Market Steer. Even after being congratulated by friends, family and supporters, Harris said the…
Texas vineyards are foraging ahead with sustainability in agricultural practices. Vineyards in Texas started again 50 years ago with Texas Tech University showcasing that grapes can grow successfully in Texas. With “Earth Day” next week, let’s see what sustainable practices are being practiced in Texas. Fritz Westover of Virtual Viticulture Academy and the Vineyard Underground…
The Players Theatre Company proudly presents Potato Gumbo, a touching and darkly comedic play by board president and playwright Jean Ciampi. Blending humor, heart, and hard truths, Potato Gumbo explores the unpredictable journey of aging through the story of Gretchen and Thomas — a couple navigating love, independence, and the shifting roles between parents and their…
The Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo’s 2026 Grand and Reserve Champion market lamb exhibitors were selected on Sunday, April 12 in Conroe. Judge Jeff Ripley awarded the title of Grand Champion Market Lamb to Bristol Lira of the Splendora Jr. FFA chapter. As this was Lira’s first time taking home grand champion honors, she reflected…
The Montgomery County Fair and Rodeo named its Grand and Reserve Champion Market Barrow Exhibitors on Friday, April 10, during the 2026 Market Barrow Show Grand Drive. Judge Jordan Leatherman awarded the title of 2026 Grand Champion Market Barrow to Skylar Johnson of the Magnolia West FFA chapter. Johnson reflected on what the moment meant to…
Caney Creek High School junior Delaney Miller was crowned queen of the 2026 Montgomery County Fair Saturday night. The honor was announced during the rodeo at the fair on the first weekend of the Montgomery County Fair. The event regularly draws more than 75,000 visitors. In 2026, the fair is celebrating its 69th year. CISD BUDGET: Conroe…
Are you ready to Rodeo?!? It is time for the Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo already and Conroe Noon Lions Club is in crunch time! Before the members could cram for an exam on Fair Concessions, there were still quite a few things going on this month they needed reminders about. On April 22nd the…