As thousands of airline passengers begin to touch down in Houston for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the George Bush Intercontinental Airport and the William P. Hobby Airport have revealed their newest amenities to meet high-volume needs, including a fully operational Terminal E at IAH and upgraded restrooms, officials said in a news release. The…
Top This Party Co. will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 14 to celebrate its official opening in Conroe. Two-minute impact Top This Party Co. Owner Selena Leal said the decision to open this store came from happenstance during a conversation with a friend who mentioned an open location next to a bakery called…
During a June 11 meeting, Montgomery County commissioners voted 4-1 to create four new courts to help handle increasing caseloads. Precinct 4 Commissioner Matt Gray was the opposing vote. The initial proposal to create nine new courts was met with discussion about location and funding challenges, so commissioners decided to reduce the number. The discussion…
Willis ISD’s board, at its June 10 meeting, approved the compensation plan for FY 2026-27, which Chief Financial Officer Garrett Matej presented. The action taken The approved FY 2026-27 new employee compensation plan includes a minimum 3% net increase for teachers. For returning teachers who will receive an August retention payment, their net increase should…
By Kara Willis Kara Willis joined Community Impact as a Senior Government Reporter in 2026, covering The Woodlands and Montgomery County. She’s a proud Stephen F. Austin graduate. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new restaurants and coffee shops, planning her next trip, visiting dog parks with her terrier-mix, Scotty, and doing Pilates.
Need to catch up on Community Impact’s coverage from this week? Check out five trending stories in the Greater Houston area from June 8-12. 1. Vegetarian restaurant Simply South to open in Katy A new location of Indian restaurant Simply South is coming to Katy in July, owner Sree Gummadi confirmed. The restaurant features vegetarian…
Conroe Noon Lions Club was treated this week to a performance of the highly anticipated show 1776-the musical, by The Players Theatre Company. Just like any show there were a few club previews before the entertainment began. Quick reminder that the Annual Golf Tournament at Walden Golf Club was last Thursday and at press time…
For many customers, their RV, trailer or mobile unit represents a significant investment, and when something goes wrong, they need a repair team they can trust to get them back on the road quickly. At Anything RV Repair Center, a family-owned and operated business, the team helps customers protect that investment through a wide range…
When someone hears the words “You have cancer,” life can change in an instant. The diagnosis brings a flood of questions, uncertainty and fear. What happens next? Where do I go? How will I manage treatment alongside work, family and everyday responsibilities? At Harris Health, answering those questions goes beyond providing medical care. It’s about…