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Woman drowns in Lake Conroe, 2 men arrested for boating while intoxicated
Read full article: Woman drowns in Lake Conroe, 2 men arrested for boating while intoxicatedInvestigators say Shane Anniboli and Kyle Macmeekin jumped in to save a woman after she fell overboard but were unable to find her until moments after divers with Montgomery County were able to recover her body.
Lake Houston, Lake Conroe lowered to prepare for incoming storms
Read full article: Lake Houston, Lake Conroe lowered to prepare for incoming stormsAuthorities are lowering water levels in Lake Houston and Lake Conroe to mitigate flood risks from an approaching tropical system expected to impact the area with heavy rains.
Family warns of downed power line dangers after 6-year-old boy, grandmother severely shocked at Lake Conroe
Read full article: Family warns of downed power line dangers after 6-year-old boy, grandmother severely shocked at Lake ConroeBoth have undergone multiple surgeries and face a long road to recovery.
MCFMO releases safety guidelines for downed power lines after 3 people were shocked
Read full article: MCFMO releases safety guidelines for downed power lines after 3 people were shockedAfter three people were hospitalized after being electrocuted by a downed power line near Lake Conroe, the Montgomery County Fire Marshall’s Office released a list of tips to keep residents safe.
Already soaked neighborhoods gearing up for soaking rain
Read full article: Already soaked neighborhoods gearing up for soaking rainJust as many families are getting ready to put last week’s flooding in the rear-view mirror, Mother Nature is gearing up another storm that could dump several inches of rain on already saturated areas.
Voluntary evacuation issued for several Montgomery County neighborhoods along W. Fork of San Jacinto River
Read full article: Voluntary evacuation issued for several Montgomery County neighborhoods along W. Fork of San Jacinto RiverMontgomery County Judge Mark Keough has issued a voluntary evacuation order for several neighborhoods along the West Fork of the San Jacinto River due to continuing rising water levels.
Very high rain totals north of Houston from Thursday’s storms. Here’s a look at who saw the most
Read full article: Very high rain totals north of Houston from Thursday’s storms. Here’s a look at who saw the mostHeavy thunderstorms pounded the Houston area Thursday and made their presence known with gusty winds, lots of lightning, and very heavy rainfall.
‘The worst is yet to come:’ Houston mayor says first responders standing by as floods intensify
Read full article: ‘The worst is yet to come:’ Houston mayor says first responders standing by as floods intensifyNew video out of Kingwood shows the roads blocked off with very high water near St. Martha Catholic School just off Northpark Dr. and Woodland Hills Dr.
Couple found shot to death in Montgomery County home with 2 small children inside
Read full article: Couple found shot to death in Montgomery County home with 2 small children insideAn investigation is underway after a man and woman were found dead inside a home Monday near Conroe, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
Multiple people rescued from sinking boat on Lake Conroe after Fourth of July fireworks show
Read full article: Multiple people rescued from sinking boat on Lake Conroe after Fourth of July fireworks showCrews in Montgomery County responded to a water rescue involving several people in Lake Conroe after a boat sank late Tuesday.
Several people rescued, taken to hospital after 2 boats crash head-on in Lake Conroe, TPWD says
Read full article: Several people rescued, taken to hospital after 2 boats crash head-on in Lake Conroe, TPWD saysOfficials say more than 10 people had to be rescued Saturday evening after two boats crashed head-on in Lake Conroe.
Authorities release identity of victim who drowned at Lake Conroe on July 4
Read full article: Authorities release identity of victim who drowned at Lake Conroe on July 4Authorities have recovered the body of a man who drowned at Lake Conroe on the Fourth of July. The victim has been identified as 28-year-old Binh Le, of the San Antonio area.
Here are 8 Houston-area cruises, boat tours perfect for summer
Read full article: Here are 8 Houston-area cruises, boat tours perfect for summerFor those with nautical inclinations but no ship to call their own, here are eight Houston-area boats – from a pontoon to a yacht – offering daytime and evening sightseeing tours, and dinner and dancing cruises.
Massive fire destroys more than a dozen boats near Lake Conroe, officials say
Read full article: Massive fire destroys more than a dozen boats near Lake Conroe, officials sayInvestigators said they are working to find out what caused a massive fire that destroyed more than a dozen boats near Lake Conroe.
1 person dead after boat with 53 passengers onboard capsizes in Lake Conroe, authorities say
Read full article: 1 person dead after boat with 53 passengers onboard capsizes in Lake Conroe, authorities sayAuthorities are responding to a boat accident Saturday night on Lake Conroe, according to Conroe Police Department.
Worker who died in industrial accident at Margaritaville Resort near Lake Conroe identified
Read full article: Worker who died in industrial accident at Margaritaville Resort near Lake Conroe identifiedTwo workers were electrically shocked while doing electric work at the Margaritaville Lake Resort near Lake Conroe, Conroe Fire Department said on Thursday.
4 reasons why Conroe should be on your must-visit list for the Houston area
Read full article: 4 reasons why Conroe should be on your must-visit list for the Houston areaConroe might not be first on your mind for local, must-visit destinations, but as we learned, there’s plenty to see and do there that makes it so much more than a spot on a map.
Lake Conroe back open following high water levels, other potential safety risks
Read full article: Lake Conroe back open following high water levels, other potential safety risksThe San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) and Montgomery County Constable Precinct 1 have announced that Lake Conroe is back open after being closed as a result of the heavy rain that pushed through the area Friday and overnight into Saturday.
VYPE Extreme: Morrison riding wave as wakesurfing becoming mainstream
Read full article: VYPE Extreme: Morrison riding wave as wakesurfing becoming mainstreamFrom Lake Conroe to Possum Kingdom Lake to Lake Travis, kids and adults of all ages have been eaten up with wakesurfing over the summer. Wakesurfing. Meet Perry Morrison, a junior at Southlake Carroll High School, who is riding the wave of the sport's popularity. "I got into the sport when I was six or seven-years old," Morrison said. VYPE's Matt Malatesta caught up with one of the stars the sport -- Perry Morrison.
Man accused of exposing himself to teen while boating at Lake Conroe
Read full article: Man accused of exposing himself to teen while boating at Lake ConroeCONROE, Texas – Authorities said a monthslong investigation led to the arrest of a man wanted in connection with an indecent exposure incident on Lake Conroe that happened in April. The Montgomery County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office said 68-year-old William Guins is accused of exposing himself to a 19-year-old girl. The girl told authorities Guins asked her if she needed a ride, and when she looked up, she realized he was completely naked so she immediately left. In May, about a month after the initial incident, the victim was back on the lake when she saw Guins again. On Aug. 11, the victim told authorities Guins had parked his boat near where she was parked and had gotten into the water all while watching her.
27-year-old man drowns in Lake Conroe after jumping off boat
Read full article: 27-year-old man drowns in Lake Conroe after jumping off boatMONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas – A 27-year-old man drowned in Lake Conroe Saturday after he jumped off a boat. Around 7 p.m. Saturday, authorities received reports of a drowning in the Atkins Creek Area on Lake Conroe. Witnesses called 911 after a man jumped from a boat into the lake and never resurfaced. Divers ultimately pulled the man from the lake around 8:30 p.m. Authorities identified the man as Darius Baker of Conroe, Texas.
New trend providing working parents alternative virtual learning setting for kids
Read full article: New trend providing working parents alternative virtual learning setting for kidsWith many local school districts opting for virtual learning amid COVID-19, a new trend is picking up speed in response to a need to help working parents find a safe place for their children. Learning academies like Kids R Kids of Lake Conroe are seeking to provide a socially-distanced classroom setting for students in the Houston area. The owner of Kids R Kids of Lake Conroe wanted to be a resource for students of working parents in Conroe and Montgomery ISDs. The three to four hours of remote learning are spread out across the day. The teachers will act as liaisons between the parents and the public school teachers to ensure that every child is on the right track.
Here is a look at the inside of the Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe
Read full article: Here is a look at the inside of the Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake ConroeMargaritaville Enjoying LandSharks On a Margaritaville Boat Rental (Margaritaville Brand)The Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe, named after Jimmy Buffet’s famous tune, is opening one week ahead of schedule, despite the pandemic. Drinks (Margaritaville Brand)What: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe Grand OpeningWhere: 600 Margaritaville Parkway, Montgomery, TX 77356When: Friday, June 26 at 10 a.m. The property originally opened as Del Lago in the mid-1980s and hosted guests, golfers and boaters on Lake Conroe until it closed in 2007. Margaritaville Lake Cottages (Margaritaville Brand)What will a trip to the resort cost you? Margaritaville Guest Suites Tower at Sunset (Margaritaville Brand)
Woman drowns hours before her 21st birthday at Lake Conroe: Deputies
Read full article: Woman drowns hours before her 21st birthday at Lake Conroe: DeputiesLAKE CONROE, Texas – The family and friends of a young woman are in mourning after she drowned just hours before her 21st birthday, deputies said. At approximately 6:35 p.m. on Sunday, deputies said the Montgomery County Dispatch received a call about a drowning that had just occurred on Lake Conroe in the Atkins Creek Cove area. Deputies said Montgomery County Precinct 1 Constable’s Lake Division, Conroe Fire Department, Texas Parks and Wildlife and Montgomery County ESD 1 responded to the call and began to search for the woman. This is the second drowning that has occurred on Lake Conroe this season. Constable Cash encourages everyone who uses the lake to “Be Sensible, Be Safe” and wear a life jacket when on or in the water.
GALLERY: These photos give you a look inside Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake Conroe
Read full article: GALLERY: These photos give you a look inside Margaritaville Lake Resort on Lake ConroeCONROE, Tx – Paradise has blossomed at the all-new Margaritaville Lake Resort located on the edge of Lake Conroe, and we have an inside look. The resort will be opening the doors to the public on June 26, while restaurants such as The Landshark Bar and Grill will open Thursday. Reservations are now being accepted for June 26 and beyond, according to their website. The resort also features several kid splash areas to enjoy. Check out the gallery below courtesy of Area Pro Group Realtor Heather McMichael Dartez.
You will be able to stay at the Conroe Margaritaville Resort starting on June 26
Read full article: You will be able to stay at the Conroe Margaritaville Resort starting on June 26The wait is finally over, Margaritaville will welcome its first overnight guests on Friday, June 26. The Jimmy Buffet-themed resort which originally planned for a July 1 opening is now taking reservations a few days sooner. Margaritaville Lake Resort at Lake Conroe is located at 600 Margaritaville Parkway in Montgomery. The new property featuring 335 luxurious guest suites with panoramic lake views will be operated by the global hospitality company Benchmark. [RELATED: Take a look at Texas’ first Margaritaville Resort which is set to open in summer of 2020 in Conroe]Book your stay online.
Man drowns after boat ride with friends on Lake Conroe during Memorial Day weekend
Read full article: Man drowns after boat ride with friends on Lake Conroe during Memorial Day weekendHOUSTON – The body of a man was found in Lake Conroe Saturday afternoon, according to Montgomery County Precinct 1. Investigators said around 4 p.m., a group of friends was on a boat just off East Beach on Lake Conroe. Montgomery County Precinct 1 Lake Patrol unit responded along with the Game Wardens, Conroe Fire, and NMC Fire. However, the Montgomery County Commissioners Court approved the purchase of side-scan sonar for the boat. In about an hour, officials said they were able to find the victim’s body in shallow water.
Margaritaville is now hiring ahead of their summer opening for all of these positions
Read full article: Margaritaville is now hiring ahead of their summer opening for all of these positionsHOUSTON – The opening of Margaritaville at Lake Conroe is getting closer. The resort is hosting a job fair March 6- 7 at the Lone Star Community Center, located at 2500 Lone Star Pkwy Montgomery. Margaritaville is scheduled to open its Lake Conroe resort in the summer of 2020. The new property featuring 335 luxurious guest suites with panoramic lake views will be operated by the global hospitality company Benchmark. Margaritaville is hiring for the following roles:- Restaurant managers- Assistant food and beverage managers- Food and beverage supervisors- Beverage managers and supervisors- Cooks- F&B prep- Bartenders and barbacks- Servers- Food runners- Host/hostess- Food and beverage attendants- Stewards- Director of banquets- Banquet captains- Banquet servers- Banquet chef- Banquet cook- Banquet house personThe resort encourages interested candidates to apply online ahead of the job fair.
Nearly 1,400 Conroe-area residents attend meeting to discuss whether to lower Lake Conroe for flood mitigation
Read full article: Nearly 1,400 Conroe-area residents attend meeting to discuss whether to lower Lake Conroe for flood mitigationCONROE – More than 1,400 residents from the Conroe area attended the San Jacinto River Authority (SJRA) special meeting at the Lone Star Convention & Expo Center Thursday to discuss and vote on the temporary flood mitigation strategy of lowering Lake Conroe on a seasonal basis. Those who live along lake Conroe generally pushed against the lowering of Lake Conroe. They won’t put it on the tour any longer.”Those who lived downstream, south and southeast of Lake Conroe, as near as River Plantation, and as far as Kingwood, were for the lowering of the lake. For the fall lowering, the SJRA recommended that the process should begin Aug. 1 and lower the lake by 200′ MSL and then again beginning Sept. 1, lowering the lake to 199.5′ MSL. This was the final amended proposal which SJRA is now asking the City of Houston to consider.
Take a look at Texas’ first Margaritaville Resort which is set to open in summer of 2020 in Conroe
Read full article: Take a look at Texas’ first Margaritaville Resort which is set to open in summer of 2020 in ConroeHOUSTON – Margaritaville is scheduled to open its Lake Conroe resort in the summer of 2020. The new property featuring 335 luxurious guest suites with panoramic lake views will be operated by the global hospitality company Benchmark. “The Margaritaville lifestyle brand is one of the hottest in the country, and Texas is a prime market for it,” said Songy Highroads’ chief operating officer Todd Nocerini. “The fact that the lakefront resort is an easy drive for residents of the state’s four largest markets only adds to the excitement and potential pool of guests.”The resort at Lake Conroe will be set on 186 lakefront acres. The property will include a three acre lakefront water park with a lazy river and outdoor pools.