By Angela Bonilla Education Reporter Angela joined Community Impact as a reporter covering education in Montgomery County in April 2024 after working as a journalist in Central Texas. Prior to joining CI, Angela worked as part of a digital and social media team at a news station in Waco. When she’s not writing, she enjoys…

Bayou Land Conservancy raised more than $150,000 at its “Our Land, Our Legacy” gala, held Nov. 10 at The Springs-Pinehaven in Magnolia, according to a Dec. 1 news release. What you need to know The event was in support of the conservancy’s mission to preserve land along streams for flood control, clean water, and wildlife,…

Willis Supermarket celebrated its 15th anniversary in October, general manager Sam Prasla said. The store—which first opened Oct. 29, 2009—awarded a $7,000 donation check to Willis ISD’s Roark Early Education Center. What they offer Willis Supermarket sells a variety of products ranging from fresh produce, meat and pantry items, Prasla said. The store also offers…

With the Texas Renaissance Festival wrapping up Sunday, there’s more medieval combat to come this weekend in Conroe.  The American Medieval Combat Federation hosts its National Qualifiers at the Lone Star Expo Arena inside the Montgomery County Fairgrounds Saturday and Sunday.  Here’s what to know about the sport, its Montgomery County participants and this weekend’s…

LoopDeco, a furniture removal company, launched its services in the Greater Houston area earlier this year, owner and CEO Roman Pennell confirmed. The company provides furniture removal services to retailers and consumers, with most furniture able to be removed within 24-48 hours, Pennell said. “We are focused on keeping furniture and other bulky home goods…

Several restaurants have opened recently in the Conroe and Montgomery area. Check them out below. This list is not comprehensive. 1. Offering a variety of soups, salads, burgers and seafood, The Corral is now open along East Powell Street. Opened Sept. 6 200 E. Powell St., Willis 936-666-5257 2. A new location of Los Cucos…