Wednesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 72 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 92, low: 74.
Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 94 and low of 73 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Flock camera hit leads to arrests in string of Conroe catalytic converter thefts (kwtx.com) — Conroe police used a Flock license plate camera hit to quickly track a suspect vehicle and arrest three Houston-area people accused of stealing catalytic converters at several local apartment complexes. Officers recovered tools, multiple stolen converters, and a handgun, and investigators believe the group may be linked to additional thefts around Montgomery County.
• This founder is making cheaper, cleaner steel (technologyreview.com) — A climate-focused startup, Hertha Metals, is running a pilot plant in Conroe that produces cleaner, cheaper steel by replacing coal with natural gas and simplifying the furnace process. Founder Laureen Meroueh says the technology can cut emissions at least in half and reduce costs by about 25%, potentially positioning Conroe as a quiet hub in a major industrial shift.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
From the other day. I just love the colors I may TRY to paint one I'm not good at painting but I'll give it a shot (Nextdoor Robinwood/Arbor Place)
Last Update: He has been reunited with his current owners, and his chip was updated with their information. Thanks again, Teri Hill Goodnight, couldn't have done… (Nextdoor Cut & Shoot)
Dunkin' posted a job opening for Assistant Restaurant Manager in Conroe. Apply here.
Wendy's posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Conroe. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Conroe here.
🗞 Nearby News
Willis
Willis shuts off Flock cameras until further notice amid residents' concerns (click2houston.com)
Volleyball Recap: Kingwood Falls to College Park (maxpreps.com)
The Woodlands
The Woodlands Arts Council's Microgrant Application is now Open (hellowoodlands.com)
Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center Emergency Department receives 2026 ENA Lantern Award (hellowoodlands.com)
The Woodlands weighs MCSO mounted patrol to replace Alpha & Omega (yourconroenews.com)
Ok Conroe! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!