Local News

Hwy 242 Motorcycle Crash: Critical Injury, Road Closed

Willis ISD Board Discusses Future Plans, 2023-24 Budget

Deputy Serrato's Tribute Highlights First Responder MH

Conroe ISD 2023-24 School Calendar Approved

Montgomery weighs tax exemption impact, bond progress

Little Pookie Kids Co. Opens 2nd Conroe Store

Lake Conroe Swift Water Rescue Successful

A 42-year-old Montgomery County man, Michael Jenkins, is recovering after a near-drowning on Lake Conroe, July 15, 2026.

Lake Conroe Boat Crash Critically Injures Two

Two men remain in critical condition after a violent boating accident on Lake Conroe Saturday.

Montgomery Co. Vote on New Parks Impact Fees

Montgomery County will vote Jan 23 on new park impact fees ($1k single-family, $700 multi-family), adding to existing road fees.

Power Line Sparks Conroe Methane Well Blaze

A downed power line struck an industrial wellhead in Conroe on July 16, igniting methane gas. Emergency crews, including a hazmat team, responded.

Conroe Holiday & New Year Local Business Guide

Conroe Today launched a Holiday Shopping Guide to boost local spending and support Conroe businesses.

Pavilion Announces Free 2026 Performing Arts Season

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands announced its entire 2026 performing arts season will be free to the public, honoring its 35th

Lake Conroe Dam Strong Storm Potential for July 2026

Lake Conroe Dam residents & visitors are urged to prepare for severe weather in July 2026. NWS projects a high-intensity thunderstorm with heavy rain,

SJRA Reviews 10-Year Strategic Plans

SJRA's 10-year plan (2024-2033) targets water security & flood resiliency for Montgomery County.

Conroe Carport Fire Damages Vacant Home, Dogs Saved

Conroe FD contained a Dogwood Lane structure fire Wed. morning, causing extensive damage to a vacant home after starting in its carport.

New Rotary Leadership in Montgomery County

Montgomery County Rotary clubs welcomed new presidents for 2024-2025, including Matt Wylie (Conroe), Vicky Rudy (Lake Conroe), John Butler (The

Conroe/Montgomery May: Sales Dip, Inventory Soars

Conroe/Montgomery’s housing market cooled in May: sales fell 15.6%, inventory surged 41.5%, and homes took longer to sell (46 days).

Montgomery Man Shot Dead; Suspect Charged

Montgomery mourns Raul "Lito" Serrato Jr., 21, a 2020 MHS grad, fatally shot Nov 17. Daniel Rivera, 24, is charged with murder, held without bond,

Montgomery Man Gets Life for Child Sex Abuse

Justin Chase King received a life sentence in Conroe, TX on April 10 for aggravated sexual assault of a child.

H-E-B Valley Ranch Opens in New Caney

H-E-B opens its new 117,000-sq-ft Valley Ranch Town Center store in New Caney, TX, on Nov 8 at 6 a.m.

Conroe Predicts Major Hwy 242 Crash by 2026

Conroe officials warn of a high statistical probability of a major multi-vehicle accident at Highway 242 and Firetower Road by June 2026.

Conroe Driver Asleep, Crashes on SH 105 Bridge

A 24-year-old Conroe man, Isai Uriel Rivera, crashed his car on SH 105 early Sunday, May 26, after falling asleep at the wheel.

CISD referrals spike, 30% linked to cell phones

Conroe ISD's new cellphone ban caused nearly 1/3 of all discipline referrals (2,624 of 8,619) in 6 weeks.

Montgomery County Ozone Exceeds EPA Standard

A heat dome caused a week of dangerous ground-level ozone in SE Texas, particularly Montgomery County, which exceeds federal limits.