The public is invited to join nationally recognized wildlife artist, Vickie McMillan Hayes, in creating a collaborative mural that will be donated to a location in the Conroe area. This is open to all age groups and you do not have to be an artist to participate. Three sessions will… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
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Major downtown design project underway in Montgomery
A major design project is underway for downtown Montgomery with plans to turn dirt by Spring 2022. Assistant City Administrator and former City Councilman Dave McCorquodale said the city is still in the early stages of the project, which aims to improve the aesthetics and infrastructure of the downtown area, including the historic district. from...
Conroe Art League benefit art auction now open at the gallery
The Conroe Art League (CAL) has opened the 5th Annual “12 x 12” Art Auction at the Gallery at the Madeley Building in historic downtown Conroe. The 12 x 12 Art Auction is a presentation of 74 original works by CAL artists on 12-inch square wooden surfaces. All proceeds from the auction benefit the Conroe...
Matthew Fuller: Texas educators have stepped up for children, lawmakers it’s your turn
Educators across Texas have faced a year like no other. Yet, each day they continue to step up for children under challenging, unprecedented circumstances. Many do so while also caring for their own children, parents, loved ones, and communities. Educators have seen first-hand how a lack of technology and, in some cases, preparation, threatens our...
HOOPS ROUNDUP: Caney Creek girls clinch first playoff spot since 2006
Caney Creek is heading back to the playoffs for the first time since 2006. Despite losing 66-19 against New Caney on Wednesday, the Lady Panthers (10-14, 7-6) clinched the fourth spot in the District 20-5A standings as Dayton lost to first-place Kingwood Park. That gave Caney Creek a two-game lead over the Broncos with one...
SIGNING DAY: The Woodlands celebrates 42 student-athletes
THE WOODLANDS — The Woodlands always has a large class of student-athletes to celebrate each February on National Signing Day. The Highlanders held true to that tradition Wednesday as they recognized a senior group that has endured plenty of challenges. The Woodlands saw 42 athletes take the podium for quick… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
SIGNING DAY: Cooper celebrates eight college-bound athletes
THE WOODLANDS — Ajailah Ogiemwonyi took a break from her memorable senior season of basketball Wednesday morning to solidify her future in the sport. Just Tuesday night, Ogiemwonyi eclipsed the 1,000-point mark in her career with The John Cooper School Dragons. “That moment was very special for me,” Ogiemwonyi said…. from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
SIGNING DAY: Oak Ridge celebrates 10 student-athletes
OAK RIDGE NORTH — Kendall Starika might not be looking forward to cold winters in Columbia, Mo. But she is definitely looking forward to beginning her college track and field throwing career in the Show Me State. Starika is headed to the University of Missouri and celebrated her commitment to… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
SIGNING DAY: Magnolia West sends 10 top athletes to the college ranks
MAGNOLIA — Magnolia West girls basketball coach Darcie Moore saw two of her players that endured two different paths sign on to play college ball Wednesday afternoon. Kamari Portalis, who inked with the University of Texas-Permian Basin, is a four-year star who was a big part of the Mustangs’ recent success during her career. Cassidy...
Conroe to host Texas Independence Celebration
Conroe will host the state’s official Texas Independence Celebration for 2021. The annual Texas Independence Celebration is traditionally held the weekend prior to March 2 at Washington-on-the-Brazos historic site where the original signing of the declaration took place on March 2, 1836. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, officials… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...








