On Nov. 13, The Astrodome Conservancy revealed plans for a $1 billion redevelopment concept—Vision: Astrodome—that would feature four buildings inside the arena with new arena space for events and entertainment. The gist The redeveloped dome would be surrounded by restaurants, retail and office spaces, and commercial-use spaces, according to a Nov. 13 news release from…
Texas public colleges and universities should not increase tuition for another two years, Gov. Greg Abbott said Nov. 13, citing “significant rising costs due to inflation.” The details In a letter sent to higher education leaders, Abbott said he spoke with the Boards of Regents at each state university system, all of which agreed not…
Here is a list of several events going on in the Conroe and Montgomery area this weekend. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change. Concert in the Park Pine Market at Woodforest is hosting a concert in the park featuring A Treble Soul, former “American Idol” contestants. Conroe Turkey Trot At the…
HOUSTON, TX — Today marks a painful four years since Marnita Hinton lost her son, Christopher Mena, with his killer still at large. In a renewed effort to bring justice and some resolution to this grieving mother, Crime Stoppers is increasing the reward to up to $15,000 for information leading to an arrest. Reward of…
16 Handles officials said the frozen yogurt brand is opening its first Houston area location in Montgomery in mid-November, according to a Nov. 11 news release. The details 16 Handles opened its first Texas location in Frisco in May, according to Community Impact reporting. The frozen yogurt shop has several new locations coming soon to…
MONTGOMERY, TX — The “It’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere Concert Series” continues with the sounds Krystal King, Nashville singer/songwriter and Radio Margaritaville DJ. After the the show, watch as dazzling fireworks light up the autumn sky over Lake Conroe. The show will take place on the resort’s St. Somewhere Spa Lawn, featuring outdoor seating and live…
The Texas wine industry has seen another great harvest of grapes with outstanding quality and good yields. Winemakers throughout Texas report grape quality meeting and exceeding expectations. The warm winter brought an early bud break, in some areas by as much as two weeks. Thankfully, there were no late freezes and major hail storms in…
Nov. 12 marked the unofficial start of Texas’ 89th legislative session as lawmakers began filing bills they hope to turn into law next year. By 7 p.m., members of the Texas House and Senate had filed over 1,500 bills on education, abortion, immigration, and more. Many bills will not make it to the governor’s desk…
Looking for something to do in the Houston area this weekend? Check out this weekend’s guide! All events are subject to change. ‘The Little Mermaid’ National Youth Theater in Tomball presents “The Little Mermaid.” Nov. 15, 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Free 201 S. Elm St., Tomball www.tomballtx.gov Fall Community Campout Pack a…
A new online car club called Phoenix Rising is set to launch in January. Founded by Anthony Shorrosh, this group combines their passion for high-end vehicles with their mission to give back to Houston’s veteran community, officials said. The details Membership fees—ranging from $90 to $450 annually—benefit local causes such as Camp Hope, an interim…