Montgomery County judges maintain high case clearance rates despite having fewer courts, but warn that a new $160 million courthouse is needed to keep up with the rapid growth.
As early voting kicks off for the May 3 general election, Montgomery County residents—including those in Conroe and Montgomery—are urged to review key deadlines, polling locations, and contested races, including a $480 million road bond proposition.
Ahead of the May 3 election, the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce will host a public forum to discuss the proposed $480 million Montgomery County road bond, with insights from Precinct 1 Commissioner Robert Walker.
In an interview with Community Impact, newly appointed Conroe Police Chief Jon Buckholtz shared his goals for public safety, technology upgrades, and collaboration as he returns to lead a department he once served for over two decades.
UT Austin will no longer require students to complete “Flag” courses — including a class on U.S. cultural diversity — to graduate. The move follows efforts by Sen. Brandon Creighton (R-Conroe) to rein in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at public universities across Texas.