In celebrating Texas history between the Texas Declaration of Independence of March 2, 1836 and the Battle of San Jacinto on April 21, 1836 it is instructive to reflect upon the mindset of the Revolutionaries. Centered upon excerpts from the Texas Declaration of Independence, let’s explore a bit of that mindset. from yourconroenews.comclick here to...
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HOOPS: Private school players earn postseason honors
Several Montgomery County private school basketball players were recognized for their performances on the court this past season as TAPPS posted its all-district and all-state teams. Leading the way for the area was the state champion The Woodlands Christian Academy boys team. Junior Austin Benigni was a first-team all-state selection… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
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Young Texas Artists launches interactive video series
Young Texas Artists (YTA), a one-of-a-kind nonprofit, fine arts organization best known for the YTA Music Competition, is launching a free classical music video series designed to educate and entertain. The first one-hour episode of “YTA Insights — A Journey Into the World of Classical Music” will be presented at… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
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Jailed Conroe woman accused of sexual relations with adult son
A 43-year-old married woman is in jail after admitting to having a sexual relationship with her adult son at their mobile home in Conroe. April Lynn Chadwick has been charged with prohibited sexual conduct with a descendant, a second-degree felony. Chadwick is being held on a $30,000 bond at the Montgomery County Jail, according to...
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David Dow Bentley III: ‘Footloose’ brings joyous revival to the Owen Theatre
It seems to be happening bit by bit. The pre-pandemic world we once knew is creeping its way back toward the hoped-for goal of “normal.”. Last weekend’s opening of the 1998 musical, “Footloose” (based on the 1984 film of the same name), really brightened a rainy Sunday afternoon, and is now rocking the room for...
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Montgomery ISD to discuss mask rules, COVID policy
The Montgomery Independent School District’s Board of Trustees are planning to address aspects of the district’s COVID-19 safety protocols Tuesday. In a recent YouTube video post of an interview of Superintendent Heath Morrison and Montgomery Junior High Social Studies teacher Steven Meeker, Morrison provided updates on the protocols following Gov. Greg Abbott’s decision to lift...
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Willis ISD reviews design plan for bond projects
The Willis Independent School District is set to start millions in construction and renovation projects. Stantec Inc. recently presented a design and development plan for four new elementary school gym additions to the school board at Cannan Elementary, Mel Parmley Elementary, A. R. Turner Elementary, and William Lloyd Meador Elementary. from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
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SOFTBALL ROUNDUP: Lake Creek breezes past Kingwood Park
Ava Brown kept Kingwood Park in check for five innings as she didn’t allow a hit in a 10-0 victory in District 20-5A Wednesday evening. Brown struck out 11 for the Lions (17-0, 4-0), who are ranked No. 4 by the TGCA. Madelyn Lopez and Caelee Clark each tripled for… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
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BASEBALL: Grand Oaks tops Conroe as teams celebrate legacy of Mike Ferrell
The Conroe Tigers baseball team dedicated Wednesday’s game to the late Mike Ferrell, who’s baseball coaching career spanned 33 years at the school. Ferrell passed away in August at age 79. Ferrell’s youngest son Lou Ferrell, head coach of the Grand Oaks Grizzlies, was in town to play at Ferrell… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...
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Conroe Symphony Orchestra makes history with first female conductor
Conroe history was made Tuesday night at the Conroe Symphony Centre. The Conroe Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors officially welcomed the orchestra’s first female conductor at a small reception Tuesday. Anna-Maria Gkouni, from Athens, Greece takes the reigns as the Symphony’s new Conductor and Music Director. Gkouni is set to… from yourconroenews.comclick here to view...