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Under the Texas Rule of Capture, the landowner is entitled to the water underneath their land. Lone Star Groundwater Conservation District, the entity that manages groundwater in Montgomery County, is prioritizing protecting these private property rights when it comes to making regulatory decisions. (Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
5:50 AM CDT
Private property rights at heart of Montgomery County’s groundwater dispute
In an 11-14 vote, members of a transportation subcommittee of the Houston-Galveston Area Council, which funds a portion of the project, approved a resolution between the committee and the Texas Department of Transportation to work collaboratively on TxDOT’s plans for I-45. (Nathan Colbert/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
5:41 PM Mar 26, 2021 CDT
In divisive vote, Houston-area leaders OK agreement with TxDOT on I-45 project terms
I-45 view from above approaching downtown
Houston
6:30 PM Mar 11, 2021 CST
Harris County sues TxDOT over I-45 overhaul proposal
key in door lock
Houston
4:38 PM Feb 26, 2021 CST
Evictions continue in Houston as new measures aim to stem tide
Excessive groundwater use from aquifers can lead to subsidence, or sinking of the earth, which can exacerbate the activity of fault lines. Fault lines criss-cross Montgomery County, including this one at the corner of Sgt. Ed. Holcomb Blvd. N. and Hwy. 105 in Conroe. (Eva Vigh, Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
11:41 AM Feb 24, 2021 CST
As ground sinks, debate ensues over Montgomery County's groundwater
I-45 aerial view
Houston
1:23 PM Feb 4, 2021 CST
With record of decision, TxDOT clears I-45 project to move forward
With the last Montgomery County mobility projects funded by a 2015 road bond underway and updates still pending for the county’s Major Thoroughfare Plan, area officials are looking to shape a new set of transportation priorities in 2021.(Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
4:42 PM Jan 25, 2021 CST
New Montgomery County transportation priorities coming this year
A monthslong process to reach an understanding between regional leaders and the Texas Department of Transportation about objectives of the I-45 project stalled Jan. 22. (Nathan Colbert/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
5:00 AM Jan 25, 2021 CST
H-GAC group stalls I-45 resolution after TxDOT objects to agreement
Made-from-scratch pizzas will be a staple on the menu. (Courtesy Hoppy Kitchen)
Houston
11:35 AM Dec 7, 2020 CST
Shipping container to kitchen: Hoppy Kitchen opening at Copperhead Brewery in Conroe
Mickey Deison speaks at a city event. (Courtesy Larry Foerster)
Houston
2:45 PM Oct 20, 2020 CDT
Community remembers legacy of Mickey Deison, former Conroe mayor and Montgomery County judge
The North Houston Highway Improvement Project proposes rerouting I-45 through the East End and Fifth Ward and expanding it through the Northside. (Nathan Colbert/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
10:32 AM Oct 20, 2020 CDT
Houston-Galveston Area Council seeking feedback on I-45 project plans
Work on FM 1097, which was funded partly through the county’s $280 million road bond in 2015, is making headway in Precinct 1. After Precinct 1 completes projects from the bond, there will be $150,000 left over. (Eva Vigh/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
5:04 PM Oct 16, 2020 CDT
Future funding for Montgomery County thoroughfares unclear as state faces $4.58 billion shortfall
Work to widen FM 1097 in Willis was partially funded by the county's 2015 bond. Since then, the county has identified other major thoroughfares that need improvement in its 2016 thoroughfare plan, and it is now beginning to update that plan. (Eva Vigh/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
12:20 PM Oct 13, 2020 CDT
Montgomery County’s new thoroughfare plan to be completed summer 2021
Conroe Mayor Toby Powell was sworn in to office by Sen. Brandon Creighton on July 6, 2016. His term was to expire this November. (Community Impact Staff)
Houston
9:15 AM Sep 14, 2020 CDT
Conroe Mayor Toby Powell dies of cancer; name to remain on November ballot
Montrose TIRZ
Houston
6:00 AM Sep 9, 2020 CDT
Montrose TIRZ to hold first public meeting as part of Livable Centers outreach effort
A rendering shows an updated streetscape envisioned with the reconstruction of Shepherd and Durham drives inside the Loop. (Courtesy Memorial Heights TIRZ)
Houston
6:00 AM Jun 30, 2020 CDT
Phase 2 of future Shepherd-Durham rebuild approved for $40 million from H-GAC
RESULTS FROM OTHER COMMUNITIES
Norman Funderburk and Arliss Bentley are in the race to serve as the city of Humble's next mayor. (Community Impact staff)
Houston
3:16 PM
Candidate Q&A: Meet the candidates in the race to be Humble's next mayor
A third flyover road at I-45 and Hwy. 242 is now being developed, Montgomery County Precinct 2 announced April 6. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Houston
5:11 PM
Eastbound, nontolled flyover road from I-45 to eastbound Hwy. 242 enters preconstruction phase
A virtual public meeting is scheduled April 22 to gather community input on transportation issues in Montgomery County Precinct 2. (Courtesy Fotolia)
Houston
12:48 PM
Montgomery County Precinct 2, H-GAC host public meeting to gather input on transportation issues
The North Houston Highway Improvement Project, which involves widening a portion of I-45 in Houston, remains a part of the Houston-Galveston Area Council's 2045 Regional Transportation Plan. (Nathan Colbert/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
11:33 AM
H-GAC gathering feedback on proposed updates to 2045 regional transportation plan
Pearland City Council has one contested race on the May ballot: Council Position 4. (Community Impact staff)
Houston
12:25 PM
Election Q&A: Pearland City Council Position 4
Five county judges in the Greater Houston area joined TAG-Houston for a virtual panel discussion on March 26. (Screenshot via TAG-Houston)
Houston
9:15 AM
Greater Houston area county judges talk about I-45, regional transportation funding at TAG-Houston panel
In an 11-14 vote, members of a transportation subcommittee of the Houston-Galveston Area Council, which funds a portion of the project, approved a resolution between the committee and the Texas Department of Transportation to work collaboratively on TxDOT’s plans for I-45. (Nathan Colbert/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
5:22 PM
In divisive vote, Houston-area leaders OK agreement with TxDOT on I-45 project terms
Council Member Anthony Maroulis was among dozens of Missouri City residents and officials who spoke during a public input meeting about a TxDOT project to install medians along FM 1092. (Claire Shoop/Community Impact Newspaper)
Houston
3:10 PM
Missouri City residents, officials speak out against installing medians along FM 1092
Two candidates are running in May for one contested Nassau Bay City Council position. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Houston
2:35 PM
Q&A: See what Nassau Bay City Council candidates think of the issues
The Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival will be held April 10-11. (Courtesy The Woodlands Arts Council)
Houston
8:55 AM
10 spring things to do in The Woodlands area: Waterway Arts Festival and other outdoor and indoor activities