Montgomery County Job Market Shows Strength in December, Outpacing State Average Conroe and Montgomery County demonstrated a robust job market in December 2023, recording an unemployment rate of 3.8%. This figure stands favorably against the statewide Texas average, which sat at 4.0% for the same month. The latest data from the Texas Workforce Commission indicates […]
Montgomery County and the City of Conroe are set to host a series of events commemorating Juneteenth, the federal holiday marking the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, recognizes the day in 1865 when Union Army General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, to announce federal orders […]
Conroe Today has published a comprehensive online guide to local community services, offering a vital resource for residents seeking support across Conroe and the wider Montgomery County area. The newly compiled directory provides straightforward access to information on essential services, ranging from food assistance and housing to mental health support and legal aid. The guide, […]
Conroe and Montgomery County residents seeking to enhance their homes have access to a remarkably diverse and robust market for decor and furnishing needs, with local businesses offering everything from custom flooring and cabinetry to specialty Amish-made furniture. The area's offerings highlight a strong focus on personalized service, quality craftsmanship, and convenient solutions for homeowners. […]
Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation reported a highly successful 2023, with its Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) program generating over $74 million in new capital investment and supporting the creation or retention of 1,840 jobs across Montgomery County. The BRE program, which began in 2021, involved the MCEDC team conducting 102 visits to local businesses […]
Conroe Sued Over City Council's Denial of Apartment Complex Rezoning The City of Conroe is facing a lawsuit filed on February 13 by VMC Land Development LLC in a Montgomery County district court. The developer claims the city improperly denied their plans for a new apartment complex known as "The Palms at Conroe." VMC Land […]
Local Residents Targeted: MCSO Issues Warning on Persistent Tech Support Scams The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office issued a public warning on January 26, 2024, alerting residents to a continued surge in tech support scams actively targeting individuals throughout Montgomery County. These pervasive schemes aim to defraud victims by falsely claiming issues with their computers or […]
Conroe, Texas – Conroe, the dynamic county seat of Montgomery County, continues to thrive as a hub of history, culture, and recreation, situated just 40 miles north of Houston along I-45. The city seamlessly blends its storied past with a vibrant, modern appeal, drawing both residents and visitors alike. Founded in 1881 by Isaac Conroe, […]
Conroe Home & Garden Show Opens This Weekend at Conroe ISD Expo Center Get ready to transform your living spaces, inside and out, as the Conroe Today Home & Garden Show arrives this weekend, Saturday, March 23rd, and Sunday, March 24th, 2024. This expansive event, a must-attend for homeowners and those planning projects, will take […]
Conroe’s Own Kyle Drabek Joins Elite in Texas Sports Hall of Fame Conroe, TX – Kyle Drabek, the prodigious baseball talent who left an indelible mark on Conroe High School, is officially slated for induction into the Texas Sports Hall of Fame as a member of its distinguished 2024 class. The former Tiger ace will […]