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H-E-B Summer of Sharing Event gives free groceries and hot meals to 800 Montgomery County Families in need
Over 800 Montgomery County families in need received free groceries, hot meals, and goodies for kids at the H-E-B Summer of Sharing event held June 29, 2024 at Woodforest Bank Stadium in Shenandoah, Texas. Through its Summer of Sharing initiative, H-E-B has held distribution events in several cities across Texas, and Montgomery County was fortunate to be one of the stops again this summer. The mega mobile distribution was made possible by the collaborative efforts of H-E-B, Conroe Independent School District and Montgomery County Food Bank.
‘Unacceptable:’ Investigation opened into company that runs Conroe Animal Shelter after puppy chews off injured leg
CONROE, Texas – Conroe Mayor Duke Coon says what happened to a three-month-old cattle dog puppy named Casey is inexcusable. The dog, who arrived at the Conroe Animal Shelter on Sunday, July 7, with a severely mangled leg, was treated with what the shelter calls “over the counter” pain medications and was never given an E-collar to keep him from further aggravating the injury.
Bryan-College Station EMS team receives award for saving rural Grimes County man’s life
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - A team of emergency medical personnel were honored Friday after saving a man’s life at a College Station hospital. St. Joseph Health’s 9-1-1 dispatcher Noah Miles, and paramedics Aaron Clark and Robert Burroughs received awards for saving the life of Grimes County man, Eddie Eppler at the St. Joseph Health College Station Hospital three months ago. Eppler awarded each of the team members their own life saving award.
Conroe City Council accepts retirements, resignations for personnel including fire, police chiefs
At its July 25 meeting, Conroe City Council accepted the retirements or resignations of the city's police chief, fire chief, parks and recreation director and the executive director of the Conroe Economic Development Council. (Lizzy Spangler/Community Impact) During its July 25 regular meeting, Conroe City Council accepted the retirements of...
Magnolia Fire Department launches drone program to enhance emergency response
MAGNOLIA, Texas — The Magnolia Fire Department has officially launched its new drone program after receiving approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The cutting-edge technology is expected to significantly enhance the department's ability to respond to emergencies, protect the community, and save lives, according to a statement from the department. The drones are equipped with high-resolution cameras, thermal imaging capabilities, and other advanced features that will provide real-time aerial views of incidents. This information will help the department make faster, more informed decisions, improve situational awareness, and deploy resources more effectively.
7 cases of West Nile virus confirmed in Harris County residents; over 500 positive mosquito samples
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Harris County Public Health said seven human cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed in unincorporated areas of the county. The number of positive mosquito samples has also skyrocketed with 520 cases across a widespread area, HCPH said. Positive samples were found in 168 out of the 268 unincorporated areas. There were only 50 positive samples in 2023 but a warmer spring season and recent rains are blamed for the dramatic increase this summer.
Montgomery County-based nonprofit New Danville breaks ground on expansion
New Danville broke ground on its expansion project July 24. (Carson Weaver/Community Impact) New Danville, a Willis-based nonprofit community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, broke ground on multiple additions to its facility on July 24, said CEO Mike Painter. According to Vision 2025—New Danville’s plans for its expansion—the...
Special Counsel appointed in DWI case of Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson
HOUSTON – Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson’s DWI case is being taken over by the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, but is staying in Harris County. Johnson is the elected official of the 178th District Court. In June, she was arrested by a Houston Police Officer for...
Magnolia ISD proposes VATRE referendum to help increase teacher pay and retention
The district offers the public a look into its finances through a website called Money Matters. (Cassandra Jenkins/Community Impact) While Magnolia ISD is anticipating a balanced budget for fiscal year 2024-25, district officials are recommending a voter-approval tax rate election to help improve teacher retention. The big picture. Assistant Superintendent...
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