Study finds Conroe, Pearland homeowners pay steep share of income in taxes

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Study finds Conroe, Pearland homeowners pay steep share of income in taxes

A new SmartAsset study shows several Houston-area suburbs rank among the most heavily taxed in the nation when property taxes are measured as a share of household income, underscoring how uneven local tax burdens can be across Texas.

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Fabian Medhurst

9 road projects underway in The Woodlands area in January

9 road projects underway in The Woodlands area in January

Health and Wellness

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Jaiden Quitzon

New Year babies arrive across Houston hospitals

New Year babies arrive across Houston hospitals

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Ivy Lopez

Extra Patrols, No-Refusal Policies Target Drunk Driving on New Year’s Eve

Extra Patrols, No-Refusal Policies Target Drunk Driving on New Year’s Eve

Food and Dining

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Kyra Runolfsdottir

From Hot Chicken to Crepes, Five Spots Locals Are Talking About

From Hot Chicken to Crepes, Five Spots Locals Are Talking About

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Montgomery sets four heavy trash weekends for 2026

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Montgomery sets four heavy trash weekends for 2026

Asian noodle and boba spot opens in Conroe, new bar launches in Montgomery

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Asian noodle and boba spot opens in Conroe, new bar launches in Montgomery

Chilly start to 2026, then 80s return to southeast Texas

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Chilly start to 2026, then 80s return to southeast Texas

Coastal Texas Project clears key hurdle with approval of design contracts

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Coastal Texas Project clears key hurdle with approval of design contracts

From fresh meats to biohacking, local businesses shine in Conroe-Montgomery

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From fresh meats to biohacking, local businesses shine in Conroe-Montgomery

Conroe firefighters sue city over bargaining vote

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Conroe firefighters sue city over bargaining vote

John Cooper School seeks dismissal of $15M lawsuit

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John Cooper School seeks dismissal of $15M lawsuit

From potlucks to New Year’s Eve, Conroe-area events run through January

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From potlucks to New Year’s Eve, Conroe-area events run through January

Conroe ISD Eyes Campus Rentals to Help Teachers Launch Private Tutoring Businesses

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Conroe ISD Eyes Campus Rentals to Help Teachers Launch Private Tutoring Businesses

Montgomery County Extends Hurricane Harvey Buyout Grants Through 2027

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Montgomery County Extends Hurricane Harvey Buyout Grants Through 2027

Children’s Safe Harbor Opens $10M Conroe Center, Doubling Trauma Services

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Children’s Safe Harbor Opens $10M Conroe Center, Doubling Trauma Services

Volunteers Begin Restoring Historic New Home Cemetery Near Willis

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Volunteers Begin Restoring Historic New Home Cemetery Near Willis

‘Mama Bear’ Trustee Leaves Conroe ISD Board, Triggers Fight Over Appointment vs. Special Election

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‘Mama Bear’ Trustee Leaves Conroe ISD Board, Triggers Fight Over Appointment vs. Special Election

The Woodlands Approves Expansion of Flock Safety System Amid Privacy Concerns

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The Woodlands Approves Expansion of Flock Safety System Amid Privacy Concerns

United Way Expands Services in Montgomery County With Purchase of 51,900-Square-Foot Conroe Building.

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United Way Expands Services in Montgomery County With Purchase of 51,900-Square-Foot Conroe Building.

Anonymous Donor Pledges $500K as Habitat for Humanity Launches Marble Creek Neighborhood

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Anonymous Donor Pledges $500K as Habitat for Humanity Launches Marble Creek Neighborhood

Houston Woman Charged with Child Trafficking Following Montgomery County Investigation

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Houston Woman Charged with Child Trafficking Following Montgomery County Investigation

“12 Planes of Christmas” Campaign Aims to Keep WWII Trainer Flying at Conroe Airport

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“12 Planes of Christmas” Campaign Aims to Keep WWII Trainer Flying at Conroe Airport

Conroe’s Annual Doll and Bear Tea Returns Dec. 7 to Support Local Salvation Army

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Conroe’s Annual Doll and Bear Tea Returns Dec. 7 to Support Local Salvation Army

Conroe Forecast: Monday Showers Give Way to Warmer Weekend

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Conroe Forecast: Monday Showers Give Way to Warmer Weekend

VGXI Shuts Down Amid Funding Crisis, Leaves Employees Unpaid and County Deal in Default

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VGXI Shuts Down Amid Funding Crisis, Leaves Employees Unpaid and County Deal in Default

New Conroe Facility to Boost United Way’s Disaster Response, Community Programs

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New Conroe Facility to Boost United Way’s Disaster Response, Community Programs

Conroe ISD Approves Measure Condemning Political Violence, Honoring Charlie Kirk

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Conroe ISD Approves Measure Condemning Political Violence, Honoring Charlie Kirk

The Woodlands’ First Apartment Tower Opens With Suburban Design Roots and Urban Amenities

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The Woodlands’ First Apartment Tower Opens With Suburban Design Roots and Urban Amenities

Ruah Cafe Expands With Faith-Rooted, Globally Inspired Menu in Montgomery County

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Ruah Cafe Expands With Faith-Rooted, Globally Inspired Menu in Montgomery County

Conroe Rejects Willis ISD Tree Variance, Annexation Request Without Debate

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Conroe Rejects Willis ISD Tree Variance, Annexation Request Without Debate

Willis ISD Trustees Greenlight $1,000 Retention Bonus for All Employees

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Willis ISD Trustees Greenlight $1,000 Retention Bonus for All Employees

Little Woodrow’s Parent Company Announces New Conroe, Frisco Locations

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Little Woodrow’s Parent Company Announces New Conroe, Frisco Locations

Judge Jimmie Edwards Leads Veterans Day Tribute, Announces New Additions to Memorial Park

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Judge Jimmie Edwards Leads Veterans Day Tribute, Announces New Additions to Memorial Park

New Flavors Hit Houston: Dumplings, Seafood, and Pizza Buffets Join the Dining Scene

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New Flavors Hit Houston: Dumplings, Seafood, and Pizza Buffets Join the Dining Scene

Conroe ICE Officer Pleads Guilty to Misdemeanor in Detainee Assault Case

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Conroe ICE Officer Pleads Guilty to Misdemeanor in Detainee Assault Case

Conroe Voters Approve Most Charter Changes, Reject City Manager Proposal

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Conroe Voters Approve Most Charter Changes, Reject City Manager Proposal

Eataly Expands to Houston with $11.5 Million Italian Marketplace Project

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Eataly Expands to Houston with $11.5 Million Italian Marketplace Project

Montgomery County Man Arrested After Fiery Gas Station Crash, Chase

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Montgomery County Man Arrested After Fiery Gas Station Crash, Chase

Forged in Fire’s J. Nielson to Headline 8th Annual Texas Custom Knife Show in Conroe

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Forged in Fire’s J. Nielson to Headline 8th Annual Texas Custom Knife Show in Conroe

Grand Jury Indicts Woodlands Attorney Over Evidence in 2023 DWI Trial

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Grand Jury Indicts Woodlands Attorney Over Evidence in 2023 DWI Trial

Former NFL Star Adrian Peterson Arrested in Sugar Land on DWI, Weapons Charges

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Former NFL Star Adrian Peterson Arrested in Sugar Land on DWI, Weapons Charges

Family of Slain Conroe Doctor Sees Hope as Murder Case Moves Forward

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Family of Slain Conroe Doctor Sees Hope as Murder Case Moves Forward

Three, Including Child, Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide Near Conroe

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Three, Including Child, Found Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide Near Conroe

186-Acre Arroyos Park to Anchor Texas-Themed Colton Community in Montgomery County

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186-Acre Arroyos Park to Anchor Texas-Themed Colton Community in Montgomery County

Man Accused in Fatal Stabbing of Conroe Doctor Returned to Jail After Mental Health Treatment

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Man Accused in Fatal Stabbing of Conroe Doctor Returned to Jail After Mental Health Treatment

Local Favorite McKenzie’s Barbecue Celebrates Three Decades of Family, Food, and Community

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Local Favorite McKenzie’s Barbecue Celebrates Three Decades of Family, Food, and Community

DNA Solves 80-Year D-Day Mystery; Medic Pfc. Hartman Honored in Houston

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DNA Solves 80-Year D-Day Mystery; Medic Pfc. Hartman Honored in Houston

Conroe Voters to Weigh Major Government Overhaul, 14 Other Charter Changes

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Conroe Voters to Weigh Major Government Overhaul, 14 Other Charter Changes

Texas Students Can Apply to Public Colleges for Free Oct. 13–19

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Texas Students Can Apply to Public Colleges for Free Oct. 13–19

Wildkats Look to Build Momentum Against Conroe’s Run-Heavy Attack

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Wildkats Look to Build Momentum Against Conroe’s Run-Heavy Attack

HAZMAT Responds After Jail Explosion, Fire in Montgomery County

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HAZMAT Responds After Jail Explosion, Fire in Montgomery County

Texas Toasts Its Growing Wine Legacy During Texas Wine Month

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Texas Toasts Its Growing Wine Legacy During Texas Wine Month

Severe Drought Prompts Countywide Burn Ban in Montgomery County

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Severe Drought Prompts Countywide Burn Ban in Montgomery County

Conroe Sisters Jailed After 12-Year-Old Escapes Months of Abuse

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Conroe Sisters Jailed After 12-Year-Old Escapes Months of Abuse

The Picklr expands in Houston suburbs with new Cypress and Conroe facilities

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The Picklr expands in Houston suburbs with new Cypress and Conroe facilities

Laugh the Night Away: Margaritaville Lake Resort Hosts Headliner Comedy Series This Saturday

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Laugh the Night Away: Margaritaville Lake Resort Hosts Headliner Comedy Series This Saturday

Houston Suburbs Grapple With Rising Air Pollution as Region Nears Federal Limits

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Houston Suburbs Grapple With Rising Air Pollution as Region Nears Federal Limits

Lone Star Family Health Center to Open Magnolia Clinic with $500K Grant Support

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Lone Star Family Health Center to Open Magnolia Clinic with $500K Grant Support

Deadline to Register for November 4 Texas Election Is Today, October 6

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Deadline to Register for November 4 Texas Election Is Today, October 6