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Jason Williams (left) and Will Parks manage operations at the San Jacinto River Authority’s The Woodlands Division, which has improvement projects underway.
COURTESY SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY COMMUNITY IMPACT
Woodlands Water Agency overhauls infrastructure
“Infrastructure does not last forever,” WWA General Manager Erich Peterson said. “If we delay the infrastructure renewal projects too long, we open ourselves up to potential problems with the systems that deliver these essential services.”
The initiative was launched by the Woodlands Water Agency in partnership with the San Jacinto River Authority to address water infrastructure needs in The Woodlands. The WWA manages the 10 municipal utility districts that serve The Woodlands.
BY JESSICA SHORTEN
As The Woodlands celebrated 50 years as a community in October, its aging water
infrastructure has prompted a new initiative among water agencies to replace and repair many of the systems over the next ve years.
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Newly Elected Officials and Officer Appointments In the November 2024 election, four at-large positions on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors—designated as positions 1, 2, 3, and 4—were elected. Each position carries a two-year term, and consolidated election results will be posted on the Township’s official website for public review. The Oaths of Office for these newly elected members, along with officer nominations, are set for November 20, 2024. New Holiday Lighting More information online at thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/election
Don’t miss out on two iconic traditions to kick off the Holiday Season in The Woodlands this November! Let the Magic of the Season Begin!
Each year, The Woodlands Waterway lights up with festive holiday decorations, and on November 23, this season will debut the exciting new Waterway Walk-Thru lighting display (free and open to the public). The path from Town Green Park to Waterway Square will feature 3D walk-through tunnels, ground cover lighting, ice clusters and more. This 60-90 minute experience combines music, sound, and movement, creating unique holiday photo opportunities for all ages!
Saturday, November 23 3 to 8 p.m. Town Green Park
November 16 to January 20 Two-hour Sessions 2005 Lake Robbins Dr.
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Thanksgiving Trash Pickup There will be no trash or recycling pickup on Thanksgiving Day, so if Thursday is your usual pickup day, it will be moved to Friday, and Friday’s trash and recycling will be picked up on Saturday. See below for more details .
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School of The Woodlands Creekside, the school is now serving students in Spring, according to an Oct. 31 email from a spokesperson for the school. Celebree School has locations along the East Coast and in Dallas, according to the company’s website. • Opened Oct. 14 • 8615 W. Rayford Road, Spring • www.celebree.com 4 Tutu School of The Woodlands Officials said the ballet school held a grand opening Oct. 13 following a soft opening. The school offers dance classes to children 6 months to 8 years olds. • Opened Sept. 4 • 8008 Ashlane Way Ste. 130, The Woodlands • www.tutuschool.com/thewoodlands
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engagement rings and fine jewelry, per the website. • Opened Nov. 9 • 26400 Kuykendahl Road, Ste. A140, The Woodlands • www.dannini.com
Coming soon
Now open
6 Quick N Clean Car Wash Officials said the car wash franchise planned to open a new location in Magnolia. Founded in the early 1990s, Quick N Clean Car Wash offers first-class car wash services at an affordable price by using state-of-the-art technology, according to its website. • Opening this fall • 5815 FM 1488, Magnolia • www.quicknclean.net 7 Paris Baguette The bakery offers croissants, cakes, baked goods, sweet pastries and coffee from Italian brand Lavazza as well as sandwiches and salads. • Opening in December • 2501 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.parisbaguette.com 8 Impact Church of The Woodlands The church broke ground on a new Impact Learning Center on Oct. 27. The center will offer theological instruction, an academic school, after-school enrichment programs and additional worship space. • Opening TBD • 5401 Shadowbend Place, The Woodlands • www.myimpactchurch.org 9 Ace Pickleball Club The club is set to open its doors along FM 2978, according to an Oct. 7 news release. Members will have access to unlimited open play, club-coordinated tournaments, social events, and court and ball machine reservations, according to the news release. • Opening in late 2024
In the news
11 Lakes Edge Boat House The Woodlands Township announced the boat house reopened in October after an extended closure due to damage from heavy rains. The location offers kayak and paddleboard rentals. • 1970 Hughes Landing Blvd., The Woodlands • www.rivarowboathouse.com 12 Rivela Plastic Surgery The plastic surgery business marked 25 years in business in October. The business offers surgical and nonsurgical procedures for men and women including treatments for face, hair and body. • 9191 Pinecroft Drive, Ste. 150, The Woodlands • www.rivelaplasticsurgery.com 13 Satori Fiori Rejuvenation Skin Care Spa The spa celebrated five years of business on Nov. 14. Satori Fiori provides a variety of skincare treatments for wrinkles, brown age spots, photo damage, rosacea and acne. • 25325 Borough Park Drive, Ste. 232, The Woodlands • www.satorifiori.com 14 W.G. Jones State Forest The Texas A&M Forest Service held the W.G. Jones State Forest Centennial Celebration on Oct. 19. The event marked 100 years of Texas state forests. The forest is owned and operated by the Texas A&M Forest Service. • 328 FM 1488, Conroe • https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/jones-state-forest 15 Volume Music The record store marked its fifth anniversary in early November. Volume Music specializes in CDs, vinyl records and memorabilia for various bands and artists. The store also has a Huntsville location. • 418 Sawdust Road, Spring • www.volumemusic.net
16 Turmeric The restaurant expanded with a new location on Sawdust Road in early October. Turmeric offers authentic Indian cuisine including chatpat, butter chicken, samosas, naan and chana masala, according to the website. • Opened in October • 598 Sawdust Road, Spring • www.turmericindiancuisinetx.com
Closings
17 Chef Chan’s The Chinese restaurant located in Grogan’s Mill closed, according to the restaurant website, which was no longer online as of Nov. 4. • 7 Switchbud Place, Ste. 190, The Woodlands • www.chefchans.com
• 30031 FM 2978, Magnolia • www.acepickleballclub.com
Relocations
10 Dannini Dannini officials said the jewelry shop relocated from Market Street to Kuykendahl Road. Dannini offers high quality, hand-crafted custom jewelry as well as
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Now open
In the news
1 Harmony Yoga and Fitness The studio offers strength training, vinyasa yoga, yin, yoga sculpt, barre and a variety of class formats. • Opened in November • 3784 Rayford Road, Ste. 300, Spring • www.harmonyyogafitness.com
5 Bikeland Bikeland officials said the Shenandoah bicycle shop’s 20th anniversary took place in October. • 19189 I-45, Ste. B, Shenandoah • www.bikelandusa.com 6 Bojangles A Bojangles restaurant is slated to be built in 2025, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. • 3695 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring • www.bojangles.com
• 4489 Riley Fuzzel Road, Spring • www.spring.workhardlivefit.com
3 Studio 6 A new hotel is coming to the Spring area, according to a release from Newcor Commercial Real Estate. The hotel will be an extended-stay facility with 60 rooms, according to the release. • Opening early 2026 • 500 Rayford Road, Spring • www.studio6.com
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November
Sunny Dayz Holiday Camp Campers ages 6-12 will enjoy a holiday camp with indoor and outdoor games, crafts, theme days, snacks, visits to the park, dodgeball, four-square and gaga ball. • Nov. 25-27, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. • $50 (per day) • The Recreation Center at Bear Branch Park, 5310 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
December
Boogie Bash Children will engage in fingerplays, creative movement and imaginative puppet activities that focus on life on the farm. • Nov. 19, 11 a.m. • $9 (admission) • The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W. Panther Creek Drive, The Woodlands • www.woodlandschildrensmuseum.org
Boni’s Dance & Performing Arts Studio Performance The dance studio will present a holiday performance. • Dec. 7, 3 p.m. • Free • 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands • www.shopatmarketstreet.com Blood Drive The Woodlands Township is holding a blood drive. • Dec. 17, 9 a.m.-noon • Free • Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Glass Ornaments Workshop The Ardest Gallery is holding a workshop to create Christmas tree ornaments. There will be three ornament styles featuring designs such as tree, ball, star, poinsettia, stocking, wreath, gnome, Santa or holly. • Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-noon • $65 • Ardest Gallery, 25200 Grogans Park Drive, The Woodlands • www.ardestgallery.com
Family Bingo The Woodlands Township is holding a family bingo night with 10 rounds of bingo. • Dec. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • $5 (per person) • Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Friday Night Heights at Texas TreeVentures The two-hour themed Friday Night Heights night climb features a twist to nighttime climbing. • Dec. 6, 7-9 p.m. • $35 • Texas Treeventures, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Backyard Composting Class Attendees can learn from Montgomery County Master Gardeners about effective ways to use compost. • Dec. 7, 10-11:30 a.m. • Free • Recreation and Environmental Services, 8203 Millennium Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Glow and Go 5K Attendees are encouraged to wear glow-in-the-dark clothing in the spirit of the holidays for an evening race
along The Woodlands Waterway. • Dec. 7, 6-8 p.m. • $35 • 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Ugly Sweater Pickleball Tournament The Woodlands Township is holding an ugly sweater- themed pickleball tournament for all skill levels. • Dec. 7, 8 a.m.-noon • $40-$45 • Falconwing Park, 5610 Rush Haven Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
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YMCA Run Thru the Woods The annual Thanksgiving run supports local nonprofits with the goal of strengthening The Woodlands, Spring and Oak Ridge North communities. The event includes a 3-mile run, 5-mile run, 3-mile walk and a 1-mile kids race. • Nov. 28, 7:30 a.m. • $45-$65 (registration) • The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.ymcahouston.org
Annual Run For Jeev The annual Run for Jeev celebrates the life and legacy of Sanjeev Panja, and raises awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. • Dec. 1, 8 a.m.
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Dosey Doe Breakfast, BBQ & Whiskey Bar 2626 Research Forest Drive, Ste. B, The Woodlands www.doseydoetickets.com
Live music
Back Table 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands www.backtabletx.com • Dec. 6: Kyonte Vincent, 6 p.m. • Dec. 7: Caretta Bell, 6 p.m. • Dec. 13: J Metro, 6 p.m. • Dec. 14: Becca Ciribelli, 6 p.m. Como Social Club 2 Waterway Square Place, The Woodlands www.comosocialclub.com • Dec. 6: Luke Whitney & Casey Flax, 9 p.m. • Dec. 7: Luke Whitney & Sion Firew, 9 p.m. • Dec. 13: Isaiah Rangel & Casey Flax, 9 p.m. • Dec. 14: Celeste Arrazolo & Ben Garcia, 9 p.m. Cellar 24 6700 Woodlands Parkway, The Woodlands www.cellar-24.com • Nov. 22: Austin Bradshaw, 7 p.m. • Dec. 6: Scott Morrison, 7 p.m. • Dec. 13: Matt Cobb, 7 p.m. The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands www.woodlandscenter.org • Dec. 5: Holly Jolly Jingle, 7 p.m. Dosey Doe-The Big Barn 25911 I-45, Spring www.doseydoetickets.com • Nov. 21: Beatles vs. Stones, 8:30 p.m. • Nov. 22: Donavon Frankenreiter, 8:30 p.m. • Nov. 23: Rock and Roll Over, 8:30 p.m. • Nov. 29: Junk Bunny, 8:30 p.m. • Nov. 30: Matt James, 8:30 p.m. • Dec. 1: Jimmy Webb, 7:30 p.m. • Dec. 2: Jazz Orchestra, 7:30 p.m. • Dec. 7: Chad Prather, 8:30 p.m. • Dec. 13: Patterson Hood, 8:30 p.m. • Dec. 14: Chad Cooke Band, 8:30 p.m. • Dec. 18: Joe Burlison’s Christmas Jazz, 8 p.m.
• Nov. 20: Bryan Simpson, 7:30 p.m. • Nov. 21: Rodney Branigan, 8 p.m. • Nov. 22: London Lawhon, 8 p.m. • Nov. 23: Courtney Patton, 8 p.m.
• Nov. 29: Jason Allen, 8 p.m. • Nov. 30: The Hankins, 8 p.m. • Dec. 5: Luke & Kaylee, 8 p.m. • Dec. 6: Jeff Plankenhorn & Michael O’Connor, 8 p.m. • Dec. 7: Cooper Mohrmann, 8 p.m. • Dec. 14: Aaron Goodvin, 8 p.m. • Dec. 18: Ben Garcia, 7:30 p.m. • Dec. 19: Holly Tucker, 8 p.m. Hyatt Centric The Woodlands 9595 Six Pines Drive, Ste. 1100, The Woodlands www.hyatt.com • Nov. 16: DC The Musician, 6 p.m. • Dec. 12: Matt Kirk, 8 p.m. • Dec. 13: Bailey Rae, 8 p.m.
• Nov. 22: Ryan Pinnick, 6 p.m. • Nov. 23: Douglas Reid, 6 p.m. • Nov. 30: Nik Rincon, 6 p.m. Market Street 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands www.shopatmarketstreet.com
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• Nov. 22: Sarah Kelly Music School, 6 p.m. • Nov. 29: Sarah Kelly Music School, 6 p.m. • Dec. 6: Sarah Kelly Music School, 6 p.m. • Dec. 13: Sarah Kelly Music School, 6 p.m. The Refuge Steakhouse & Bourbon Bar 8540 Creekside Forest Drive, Ste. C800, The woodlands www.refugeinthewoodlands.com
Sawyer Park Ice House 314 Pruitt Road, Spring www.sawyerpark.com • Nov. 16: Taylor Swift performed by Reputation, 7:30 p.m. • Nov. 22: Everclear, 6 p.m. • Nov. 23: Lemon Yellow Sun, a tribute to Pearl Jam, 8 p.m. • Nov. 30: Jake Bush, 9 p.m.
• Nov. 22: A.J. Santana, 6 p.m. • Nov. 23: The Rustics, 6 p.m. • Nov. 29: Two Black Guys, 6 p.m. • Nov. 30: Yelba, 6 p.m. • Dec. 6: Purple Moon Billy Pope, 6 p.m. • Dec. 7: Two Black Guys, 6 p.m. • Dec. 13: J-Walkers, 6 p.m. • Dec. 14: Unique Soul Band, 6 p.m.
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Events Holiday Events Guide
BY JOVANNA AGUILAR
2024
Lighting of the Doves The Lighting of the Doves festival signi es the start of the holiday season and features traditional and international stage performances, a snow play area, vendor booths, Santa Claus and a reworks display. • Nov. 23, 3-8 p.m. • Free (admission) • Town Green Park, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
‘The Nutcracker’ Vitacca Ballet and School for Dance presents "The Nutcracker," a holiday experience for kids and adults alike. Audience seats are sold as tables for family/ group seating. All ages are welcome.
• Nov. 29, 7 p.m.; Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. • $85-$300 • The Woodlands Resort Grand Ballroom, 2301 N. Millbend Drive, The Woodlands • www.vitaccadance.com
• Dec. 7, 2-6 p.m. • Free (admission) • The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Jingle Boats Participants can take kayaks in search of wrapped presents. • Dec. 14, 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Dec. 18, 4:30 p.m. • $45 (per kayak) • Riva Row Boat House, 2101 Riva Row, The Woodlands • www.rivarowboathouse.com Icing and Iceskates Children will have the opportunity to create their own gingerbread house with all supplies provided. • Dec. 22, 8:30-10:30 a.m. • $5-$35 • The Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandsicerink.com Cookies for Santa Kids age 3 and older can participate in decorating cookies. • Dec. 23, 1 p.m. • $15 (resident), $20 (nonresident) • The Recreation Center at Rob Fleming Park, 6464
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Ice Rink opens The 21,000-square-foot Ice Rink features lighting, a sound system, tables for parties and concessions. • Nov. 16-Jan. 20 • $15 (admission for ages 6 and up), $7 (admission for ages 5 and under) • The Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandsicerink.com Market Street Annual Tree Lighting Event Market Street invites the community to experience the lighting of the 70-foot Christmas tree. • Nov. 21, 6-8 p.m. • Free (admission) • Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands • www.shopatmarketstreet.com Santa at Market Street Santa Claus will greet children of all ages and take photos with them at Market Street. • Nov. 22-Dec. 24 • Free (admission) • Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands • www.shopatmarketstreet.com
Cookies and Cocoa with Santa and Friends Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus and their friends are visiting to have cookies and hot cocoa with attendees. • Dec. 1 and 8, 8:30-10:30 a.m. • $5-$35 • The Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandsicerink.com Santa Visits at The Ice Rink Santa is visiting The Woodlands Town Center’s ice rink to skate with attendees. • Dec. 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • $5-$35 • The Ice Rink, 2005 Lake Robbins Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandsicerink.com ‘A Christmas Story’ Class Act Productions is presenting “A Christmas Story.” • Dec. 5-6, 12-13, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 7, 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 8, 14-15, 2:30 p.m. • $20-$30 • Class Act Productions, 25275 Budde Road, Ste. 27, The Woodlands • www.classactproductions.org
Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands • www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov
Creekside Winter Makers Market Enjoy a day with craft fair vendors and food trucks.
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Government
BY ANGELA BONILLA, NICHAELA SHAHEEN & JESSICA SHORTEN
Montgomery County to review current library policies During an Oct. 22 regular meeting, in a 3-0 vote, Montgomery County commissioners moved to form a new committee that will review and revise the current county library policies and bring back new policies to a future court for approval. Precinct 2 Com- missioner Charlie Riley was absent. The gist The committee will be made up of representatives from County Judge Mark Keough’s office and Precinct 1 Commissioner Robert Walker’s office, alongside Precinct 3 Chief of Staff Evan Besong. The committee will be advised by the county’s attorney’s office. The court also approved a stay against all actions of the book reconsideration com- mittee, which includes placing any future actions of the committee on hold until revised policies are in place.
No funds slated for Grogans Mill widening The Woodlands Township board of directors took no action on a proposed future widening of Grogans Mill Road between Woodlands Parkway and Research Forest Drive at the Oct. 21 meeting. What you need to know Director of Intergovernmental Relations Todd Stephens presented to the board a timeline of the project being discussed by the Houston-Galves- ton Area Council, a regional planning organiza- tion. The project was first proposed in H-GAC’s 2035 Regional Transportation Plan in 2007. In 2015, Montgomery County Precinct 3 officials conducted a South Montgomery County mobility study, where the project was also identi- fied as a future need. The 2045 Regional Trans- portation Plan, adopted in April 2023, continued the project recommendation with an estimated fiscal year of 2025, according to the agenda. The board voted 6-1 to not take action on a proposed resolution opposing the expansion or to request the project’s removal from H-GAC’s list of planned transportation projects. Board member Shelley Sekula-Gibbs casting the lone Oak Ridge North eyes grant for drainage Oak Ridge North City Council members on Oct. 28 approved $25,000 to apply for a federal grant for drainage projects. What you need to know City Manager Heather Neeley said the grant could help address issues around the Spring Oaks Channel.
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opposed vote. Board members suggested an updated traffic study on the area be done, but no action was taken regarding a possible study. How we got here The H-GAC released the 2025-28 Transporta- tion Improvement Plan on April 3 including the proposed widening of Grogans Mill Road from four lanes to six lanes. Township officials said there was no funding allocated for the project. “Right now, there’s no money. There’s a cost associated with the potential project, but there is no funding currently that is obligated or tied to this project directly,” Stephens said at the Oct. 21 meeting. Alden Bridge Sports Park renovations planned The Woodlands Township board members on Oct. 21 approved funding for the first phase of its planned Alden Bridge Sports Park renovations. The overview The renovations at Alden Bridge Sports Park are estimated to cost $17.8 million, with Phase 1 set to cost $9.8 million. The following enhancements are proposed for Phase 1 include: • 224 additional parking spaces • Restroom for the multipurpose field • Converting Field 3 to Championship Field • Two new grass fields Phase 1 also includes a traffic light through the Texas Department of Transportation, officials said. What else? A $1.2 million “First Fifty” anniversary sculpture
Sports park plans advance
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Funds from the Flood Mitigation Assistance program can be used to: • Finalize project lists • Conduct environmental studies • Obtain Federal Emergency Management Agency and Texas Water Development Board approvals • Create maps and graphics for project review
SOURCE: THE WOODLANDS TOWNSHIP/COMMUNITY IMPACT
has been proposed to be placed in the roadway median at the intersection of Woodlands Parkway and Grogans Mill Road, of which $350,000 would be funded by the township’s Cultural Projects Reserve, officials said.
SOURCE: CITY OF OAK RIDGE NORTH/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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1974 - 2024
THE WOODLANDS CELEBRATED 50 YEARS! Fifty years ago, George P. Mitchell envisioned an all-encompassing, integrated community where residents could live, work, play, learn and pray in a preserved environment. Today, we continue to build upon his legacy of innovation and excellence, providing an exceptional quality of life and a thriving future for our award-winning and nationally recognized master planned community. For details - TheWoodlands.com
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Election
BY VANESSA HOLT, JESSICA SHORTEN & LIZZY SPANGLER
challenger Nicole May in the race for Position 4. Jamison Gentle also ran against Williams. In the race for Position 5, which did not see an incumbent running for re-election, Lindsay Dawson took the lead, defeating Josh Webb and Kristin Guardino. Position 6 incumbent Stacey Chase was defeated by challenger Melissa Semmler. Scott Buzbee also ran against Chase. In the election for Position 7, which also did not have an incumbent, Marianne Horton defeated John Robichau. 1 incumbent unseated on Tomball ISD board Unofficial results from Montgomery and Harris counties show Amanda Bass, Jennifer Kratky and Coco White as the winners in three Tomball ISD board of trustees races, with Kratky unseating incumbent Justin Unser. The details Bass defeated Joseph Ferguson 27,483- 8,174, Kratky defeated Unser 20,517-15,682 and White defeated John Payne 20,105- 15,096, according to unofficial results. Among the winning candidates, White emphasized student safety and educational standards in his campaign; Kratky said receiving parent and teacher input was a priority; and Bass said student improvement was among her intended focal points.
Craig Eissler joins The Woodlands Township board The slate of candidates including The Wood- lands Township board incumbents Brad Bailey, Richard Franks and Linda Nelson secured re-elec- tion for a second term on Nov. 5. Craig Eissler will be joining the board following a victory over Jamie Viteri for Position 4, replacing Kyle Watson, who did not run for re-election. Nelson was unopposed. In their words “I’m honored and humbled to have won this The Woodlands Township board of directors results Incumbent Winner 77.6% Brad Bailey 22% Dylan Gonzales The Woodlands Township, Position 1
78.3% Craig Eissler 21% Jamie Viteri The Woodlands Township, Position 4 66.7% Richard Franks 33.3% Elvin Misut The Woodlands Township, Position 3
election,” Eissler said. “Now the real work begins, and I’m excited to join the ranks and serve my hometown.” What else? The candidates will be sworn in on Nov. 19 following the official canvass of the vote. Overall turnout in Montgomery County was about 68% of registered voters, while in Harris County, about 58% of registered voters voted. Incumbents lose to challengers in MCHD Three incumbents did not win re-election to the Montgomery County Hospital District board of directors, according to unofficial voting results from Montgomery County. Diving in deeper • Kelley Inman defeated incumbent Arnette Easley 41,740-12,299 votes for Precinct 1. • Jackie Williams defeated John Buck 35,609- 33,277 for Precinct 2. • For At-Large Position 1, incumbent Brent W. Thor lost to Jason Walker 114,416-32,709. Jerry Bittner received 61,336 votes. • Bob Bagley defeated incumbent Georgette Whatley 111,386-96,971 for At-Large Position 3.
NOTE: ALL RESULTS ARE UNOFFICIAL UNTIL CANVASSED. SOURCES: MONTGOMERY COUNTY ELECTIONS, HARRIS COUNTY ELECTIONS/ COMMUNITY IMPACT
Slate of 4 take seats on Conroe ISD board Four new members will take seats on the Conroe ISD board of trustees, with two challengers win- ning victories over incumbents and two newcom- ers also securing seats in the Nov. 5 election. What happened Incumbent Datren Williams was defeated by
Conroe ISD board of trustees results
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17.81% Scott Buzbee 38.26% Stacey Chase 43.93% Melissa Semmler
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39.67% Datren Williams 54.82% Nicole May 5.51% Jamison Gentle
Position 7
"I look forward to doing [the] best I can to serve the community in this aspect." JASON WALKER, BOARD MEMBER- ELECT, MONTGOMERY COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT
61.65% Marianne Horton 38.35% John Robichau
Position 5
18.32% Kristin Guardino
36.06% Josh Webb
45.62% Lindsay Dawson
NOTE: ALL RESULTS ARE UNOFFICIAL UNTIL CANVASSED. SOURCE: MONTGOMERY COUNTY ELECTIONS/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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Transportation
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Upcoming projects
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4 Turn lane extension Project: The project is extending the deceleration lane from westbound Research Forest Drive onto northbound Grogans Mill Road. Update: Work was underway as of early October. • Timeline: September-late November • Cost: $240,000 • Funding sources: Montgomery County Precinct 2, TxDOT 5 Hwy. 242 widening Project: TxDOT is using existing right of way on Hwy. 242 to widen lanes and restripe the intersections. Update: The project is 37% complete. • Timeline: Oct. 23, 2023-first quarter 2026 • Cost: $29.11 million • Funding sources: federal, state funds 3 Woodlands Parkway lane addition Project: Montgomery County Precinct 3 is adding a third westbound lane to Woodlands Parkway beginning in late 2024. Update: As of Oct. 17, road construction had been completed on westbound Woodlands Parkway approaching Kuykendahl Road. • Timeline: late 2024-TBD • Cost: TBD • Funding source: Montgomery County Precinct 3
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1 Eastbound flyover construction on Hwy. 242 Project: Montgomery County commissioners and the Texas Department of Transportation are funding the construction of a flyover from northbound I-45 to eastbound Hwy. 242. Update: The project was given notice to proceed on Oct. 2 and an estimated completion date was given for Sept. 15, 2026. • Timeline: late 2024-September 2026 • Cost: $19.1 million • Funding sources: Montgomery County, federal funds
2 Robinson Road realignment Project: The project will align Robinson Road across Hanna Road. The project will include realigning a portion of the Union Pacific Railroad, which is crossed by Robinson Road. Update: Oak Ridge North City Council have said it will take one to three months to deconstruct and rebuild the railroad crossing across Robinson Road, but the existing crossing will still be passable during construction. • Timeline: February 2024-March 2025 • Cost: $7.42 million • Funding source: city of Oak Ridge North Spring 99 TOLL
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Education
BY ANGELA BONILLA
Conroe ISD looks to expand Teacher Incentive Allotment program
What they’re saying
“We may have to invest in infrastructure to purchase more instruments to help us [expand the program].” CURTIS NULL, SUPERINTENDENT, CISD
Conroe ISD is examining its Teacher Incentive Allotment program and how it might be able to grow the program to o er higher pay to more qualifying teachers. CISD teachers did not receive a raise in 2023-24. In the spring, the district was granted approval from the Texas Education Agency for a total of 267 teachers to receive designation through the program after completing a three-year process. The TIA was created by House Bill 3 in 2019 as part of the 86th Texas legislative session and signed by Gov. Greg Abbott. The TEA website states the program’s goal is providing outstanding teachers an accessible pathway to a six- gure salary. According to the TEA, the school of a teacher
TIA programs include:
3 designation levels based on teaching e ectiveness: Master, Exemplary or Recognized $3,000-$32,000 in state funding for each designated teacher Prioritization for high-need and rural campuses 90% of state funding from the program must be spent on teacher compensation on the designated teacher’s campus
“The program is for the highest- performing teachers at our highest need campuses. We
were strategic when we chose those campuses.” TERRAL JACKSON, TIA ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR
SOURCES: CONROE ISD, TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY COMMUNITY IMPACT
who earned a designation through the TIA program receives additional funding from the state based on their level of designation.
What’s next
• Monitor systems to ensure data validation • Consider using more instruments to measure student growth • Add new components without overburdening teachers and administrators Null said the district will receive more data from its most recent round of qualifying teachers in spring 2025.
growth data is collected as part of the state’s validation process for the TIA program. During a presentation to the board Sept. 17, TIA Administration Coordinator Terral Jackson said the district will continue looking to: • Add additional campus and teacher assignments
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