Editor’s note: This story is breaking and will be updated. Nearly eight months after a Democratic walkout over congressional redistricting, a GOP-led Texas House committee moved to charge 52 of their Democratic colleagues up to $8,354.25 each in fines. After roughly six hours in a closed-door executive session, the House Administration Committee approved the fines…
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…
Traditions happen among service organizations like the Rotary Club of Conroe. For many years, Rotarians from this Club cooked pancakes in the evening and had gourmet pancake suppers providing families with food, fun and fellowship. Moms get a night off with dad’s pocketbook left intact for everyone in the family to get a fun-tastic supper…
In a world where smartphones and life-saving medications depend on a complex web of global movement, the question isn’t whether supply chains matter—it’s who will lead them. That’s the driving force behind San Jacinto College’s new Bachelor of Applied Technology in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, a four-year degree designed to meet one of the…
For many Houstonians, banking is a chore—waiting in line, juggling confusing accounts or calling customer service for answers. Good news, The MINT National Bank is working to change that. Since opening in 2009, this Kingwood-based community bank has built a modern, customer-first approach that blends technology with personal service, while growing to $400 million in…
For many, saving money isn’t about discipline—it’s about getting started. Setting aside large sums can feel overwhelming, especially with everyday expenses. That’s the gap Community Resource Credit Union aimed to close with its new CoRe Ownership Account—a tool designed to make saving feel like a part of daily life. Saving money reimagined Unlike traditional savings…
Life at The Highlands by Caldwell Communities is defined by time spent on the trails, neighbors gathering lakeside and a strong sense of community. Through April 30, visitors can experience it firsthand during the All Trails Lead Home Tour & Spring Sales Event, showcasing move-in ready homes and added perks. Developed by Caldwell Communities, The…
For more than 80% of Texas schools, an A-F accountability rating hinges on one factor: results from the single, high-stakes STAAR test. These ratings are used by the state to evaluate campus performance and inform decisions about instruction, interventions, and public reporting. Because of its central role in Texas education, the A-F accountability system has…
For more than 80% of Texas schools, an A-F accountability rating hinges on one factor: results from the single, high-stakes STAAR test. These ratings are used by the state to evaluate campus performance and inform decisions about instruction, interventions, and public reporting. Because of its central role in Texas education, the A-F accountability system has…
When it rains, water doesn’t simply disappear; it flows through neighborhoods, streets and drainage systems before eventually reaching creeks, rivers and even drinking water sources. That means what enters storm drains in Pearland, from trash and oil to chemicals and sediment, can have a direct impact on the environment and water quality both locally and…