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 city of Willis is set to hold a State of the City address April 18, per its website. At the event, residents will have the opportunity to learn about what’s going on in the city regarding topics such as infrastructure and economic development. More details Speakers at the address will include Mayor William Brown,…
Conroe City Council approved two fire department-related contracts April 9, including structural repairs at Fire Station No. 5 and a new fill station and compressor for Fire Station No. 8. What happened Council approved a contract with Crowned Eagle Construction for $79,988 to complete structural repairs at Fire Station No. 5 after Fire Chief Paul…
A public memorial for former Montgomery County Judge Jimmie C. Edwards III is planned for May 2 at Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park following his death March 31 at age 77. Edwards was a decorated Vietnam veteran, former state representative and founding chairman of the Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Commission, according to his obituary. “Known…
TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER, MICHAEL E DEBAKEY VETERANS HOSPITAL – 2026 for me has been a rough year medically, with two bowel obstructions, two episodes of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), and a surgery to remove most of my toxic gallbladder. So this year I’ve spent well over three weeks in the hospital, which is my worst year…
This week’s veteran is US Army retired Command Sergeant Major, John J.Kessler. John served in the United States Army from 1984 to 2013 and withnearly 30 years of military service, has a vast range of experience, expertise,and leadership in Army Aviation, Military Intelligence, Special Operations,and Human Resources.Some of John’s fondest memories started in 1985 with…
Charles Edward Steffler, born on March 15, 1947, in Dallas, Texas, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. He lived a full and meaningful life defined by devotion, hard work, and deep love for those closest to him.Charles was the beloved husband of Vicki, with whom he shared 60 wonderful years of marriage.…
Left to Rt: RJOA Historian: Anita Stevens, RJOA Registrar: Mary Lee Malek, RJOA President: Jenny Lehr The United Daughters of the Confederacy has recently recognized a special new “Legacy Applications Form” to enable the current members of the United Daughters of the Confederacy to be able to recognize Members of their Family on “Proved Accepted…
The faithful and happy members of the Rebel Joan Of Arc 2721, United Daughters of the Confederacy, gathered together to celebrate their Chartering into the UDC on March 17, 2017! As all arrived at the Home of JIM and ANITA STEVENS, two handsome Southern gentlemen, RODNEY SHARER and JIM STEVENS were there to assist the…
(Conroe, TX) – Inspiring survivor-turned-advocate Elizabeth Smart will deliver the keynote address at the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon, presented by Better Bookkeepers. The luncheon is scheduled for Friday, July 24, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Conroe. “Better Bookkeepers is proud to continue supporting the ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon,” said Melanie…