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BY NICHAELA SHAHEEN
Conroe celebrates new Oscar Johnson Jr. Community Center
Community members, leaders and city o cials gathered at the new Oscar Johnson Jr. Enrichment & Recreation Center in Conroe on Sept. 9 for a ribbon cutting and a rst look at the new space. The big picture The new center is nearing completion and is expected to open to the public in early 2026, said Mike Cantu, assistant director of recreation oper- ations. The center will replace the city’s existing Oscar Johnson Jr. facility and expand amenities. It also has a full tness center, including free weights, machines and cardio equipment, and a women-only workout space. The facility will also house city programs and the summer day camp program, Cantu said. Memberships will be o ered in one-month, four-month and 12-month increments, with dis- counted rates for Conroe residents. Nonresidents will pay 25% more, but membership also provides access to other Conroe recreation facilities.
The new community center is anticipated to open in early 2026 and will include: • Two basketball gyms that can be converted into six pickleball courts • Over 30 group itness classes per week • Cycling room with 25 bikes • 3-lane walking track • Children’s zone for kids 6 months-8 years old • Full itness center • Banquet hall with capacity for up to 300 people
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On Sept. 9, community members and city o cials gathered for a ribbon cutting and a rst look at the new space.
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