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School Zone Reminder

School Zone Reminder

With school districts across Texas returning to classes, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert in school zones. While many students take the bus to school, others will walk or ride their bikes. Therefore, motorists and students should minimize distractions and… click here to view the...

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Montgomery County focuses on hospital staff shortage in COVID surge

Montgomery County focuses on hospital staff shortage in COVID surge

On the heels of the Texas Department of State Health Services directing cities and counties to use federal funds to address hospital staffing shortages, Montgomery County commissioners agreed to used $9 million in American Rescue Plan Act fund to bring in 130 additional nursing staff to address the dramatic increase in COVID-19 cases. click here...

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EMCID to Host Annual Electronics Recycling Event

EMCID to Host Annual Electronics Recycling Event

Broken, out-of-date, or simply unused, get rid of those old electronics for free at the East Montgomery County Improvement District’s annual Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 8-2 p.m. The event will be in the Atrium Center parking lot located at 21575 Hwy. 59 in New Caney. “EMCID’s… click here to view the...

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Innovations and Community Partners at the Annual Fall Montgomery County Home and Outdoor Living Show

Innovations and Community Partners at the Annual Fall Montgomery County Home and Outdoor Living Show

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX — The Annual Fall Montgomery County Home and Outdoor Living Show features appearances by top names in home improvement with over 200 exhibitors sharing products and services. DIY workshops are back! Have fun making a floral arrangement with Joalys, owner of Houston Events & Florals, creating an arrangement to take home. AR...

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Montgomery County COVID-19 hospitalizations cross 15% capacity threshold

Montgomery County COVID-19 hospitalizations cross 15% capacity threshold

Montgomery County passed the 15% threshold of hospital capacity occupied by COVID-19 patients on Aug. 7, according to the county’s dashboard. As of Aug. 8, 16.2% of hospital capacity is occupied by COVID-19 patients. Out of the county’s 174 available intensive care unit beds, 170 are currently occupied, the county’s Aug. 9 update said. click...

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Hospitals at ‘critical capacity’ with COVID cases in Montgomery County

Hospitals at ‘critical capacity’ with COVID cases in Montgomery County

Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough was visiting hospitals Monday as capacity reached critical levels as the number of COVID-19 cases soars. In an internal email confirmed by hospital staff Friday, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital is currently treating 90 patients in its 20-bed emergency department and another 50 are waiting for intensive care unit beds...

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Montgomery County Sheriff Issues School Zone Reminder

Montgomery County Sheriff Issues School Zone Reminder

THE WOODLANDS, TX — With school districts across Texas returning to classes, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind drivers to slow down and be alert in school zones. While many students take the bus to school, others will walk or ride their bikes. Therefore, motorists and students should minimize distractions and remain...

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INTOXICATED DRIVER FLEES SCENE OF CRASH

INTOXICATED DRIVER FLEES SCENE OF CRASH

At about 10:45 an intoxicated driver was driving south on Sorters Road with no headlights. A Cadillac which was westbound on Old Sorters turned onto Sorters not seeing the other vehicle. After the crash, the intoxicated driver fled the scene. An alert Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy who was searching for the suspect spotted him asleep...

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SORTERS ROAD AT OLD SORTERS HAS REOPENED

SORTERS ROAD AT OLD SORTERS HAS REOPENED

11:55 PM The crash at Old Sorters and Sorters has cleared. At about 10:45 an intoxicated driver was driving south on Sorters Road with no headlights. A Cadillac which was westbound on Old Sorters turned onto Sorters not seeing the other vehicle. After the crash, the intoxicated driver fled the scene. A Montgomery County Sheriff’s...