Texas leads nation in new residents, growth slows in 2025

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Fabian Medhurst

Texas leads nation in new residents, growth slows in 2025

Texas added more residents than any other state in 2025, growing by more than 391,000 people, according to newly released U.S. Census Bureau data. But the state’s overall growth rate slowed as international immigration declined sharply nationwide.

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Ivy Lopez

Two Conroe sisters indicted in child kidnapping case

Two Conroe sisters indicted in child kidnapping case

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Jaiden Quitzon

District, city move toward agreement for Calfee Middle School

District, city move toward agreement for Calfee Middle School

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Ivy Lopez

Wildfire in Sam Houston National Forest contained, officials say

Wildfire in Sam Houston National Forest contained, officials say

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OPINION: Winning Requires Coalitions, Not Scorecards & Purity Tests

OPINION: Winning Requires Coalitions, Not Scorecards & Purity Tests

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Winning ticket sold at Fuel Maxx on Highway 105

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Winning ticket sold at Fuel Maxx on Highway 105

Conroe woman pleads guilty to assaulting ICE agent in Houston

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Conroe woman pleads guilty to assaulting ICE agent in Houston

Republican women protest county party actions

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Republican women protest county party actions

Study: The Woodlands needs two more full-service hotels

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Study: The Woodlands needs two more full-service hotels

Margaritaville Lake Conroe to Host February Job Fairs for Summer Hiring

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Margaritaville Lake Conroe to Host February Job Fairs for Summer Hiring

Downtown Conroe’s Main Street Market Announces Final Market Day

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Downtown Conroe’s Main Street Market Announces Final Market Day

Pickleball Pops Across Conroe, Montgomery Area

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Pickleball Pops Across Conroe, Montgomery Area

Conroe Sets $500 Street-Closure Fee for Special Events

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Conroe Sets $500 Street-Closure Fee for Special Events

Conroe area kicks off Dave Matthews Band U.S. tour

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Conroe area kicks off Dave Matthews Band U.S. tour

Food festival, galas headline Woodlands weekend events

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Food festival, galas headline Woodlands weekend events

New snow cone stand brings shaved ice to Conroe

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New snow cone stand brings shaved ice to Conroe

No charges filed against CISD officer in motorcycle death

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No charges filed against CISD officer in motorcycle death

Extreme cold grips Houston as warning stays in effect

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Extreme cold grips Houston as warning stays in effect

Abbott expands disaster declaration as winter storm grips Texas

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Abbott expands disaster declaration as winter storm grips Texas

Student dies after medical emergency on Magnolia ISD bus

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Student dies after medical emergency on Magnolia ISD bus

Best of The Woodlands voting opens Feb. 1

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Best of The Woodlands voting opens Feb. 1

Montgomery County moves toward first 10-year transportation plan

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Montgomery County moves toward first 10-year transportation plan

Conroe ISD board appoints Gambino to fill trustee vacancy

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Conroe ISD board appoints Gambino to fill trustee vacancy

Margaritaville Lake Conroe names new GM

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Margaritaville Lake Conroe names new GM

Council boosts defense in charter, fire union cases

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Council boosts defense in charter, fire union cases

Conroe Ranks No. 1 Houston Suburb for Growth

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Conroe Ranks No. 1 Houston Suburb for Growth

Conroe puts firefighter union vote on May ballot

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Conroe puts firefighter union vote on May ballot

Texas Boom Continues as Conroe Ranks No. 20 Nationwide

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Texas Boom Continues as Conroe Ranks No. 20 Nationwide

New Traffic Safety Campaign Targets Cell-Phone Violations

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New Traffic Safety Campaign Targets Cell-Phone Violations

Five arrested in New Year’s DWI crackdown across Montgomery County

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Five arrested in New Year’s DWI crackdown across Montgomery County

Deputies arrest three after copper theft cuts oil production in Conroe

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Deputies arrest three after copper theft cuts oil production in Conroe

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

Community event brings free Narcan, overdose training to Conroe residents

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Community event brings free Narcan, overdose training to Conroe residents

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