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Hey Conroe, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s wallet-friendly edition: TSA vs. Global Entry airport shuffle, a new 128-acre bird sanctuary, and an Arbor Day tree giveaway + lots of fun things to do for free.

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📰 In the news

How airport lines may shift: In late February, Bush and Hobby saw low security waits as TSA PreCheck stayed open while Global Entry was paused during the partial shutdown, sending international travelers to regular lines — see how operations are changing.

Legacy gift expands conservation footprint: Houston Audubon acquired the 128-acre Peach Creek Woods Nature Sanctuary in Montgomery County, near the San Jacinto River, protecting key bird habitat. Public access is expected by 2027 — read the full story.

Ever-after theme takes center stage: YES to YOUTH has named Lauren Fox and Rachel Ray among four co-chairs for its August 8, 2026 gala at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott, supporting at-risk youth in Montgomery County — see the theme and leaders.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Get free prom dresses for juniors, seniors
• Play bingo at 11am, doors open 9am
• Score deals at community garage sale

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Unexpected deli delight: Galindo’s Bakery + Deli hides inside American Furniture Warehouse, turning out giant, from-scratch sandwiches and legit pastries. Highlights include the Italian Grinder, Blackened Chicken, and a hefty Chicken Salad, a reliable low-effort lunch standby.

Piney trails, anyone? Trade doomscrolling for birdsong at W.G. Jones State Forest, where shady loops and small fishing spots wind through tall pines. Keep an eye out for red-cockaded woodpeckers, then take an after-work lap or a quiet Saturday reset. Pack in, pack out, with plenty of room to breathe easy.

Fuel their build-time: From bulk bricks your kids will inevitably spill to rare retired sets you’ll pretend are for them, Bricks & Minifigs keeps Conroe’s LEGO lovers stocked and inspired, with trade-ins, rows of minifigs, and weekend-worthy builds the whole crew can pile onto.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🧠 Team Trivia @ Fass Brewing | Tuesday (3/10) at 7:00 PM – Whether you still quote Sherlock or just know Ringo got his turn, every Tuesday’s free team trivia at Fass Brewing is your midweek brain tune-up. Questions span pop culture, general knowledge, and clever puzzlers, prizes reward the sharp, and pints provide the courage.

📖 Toddler Storytime @ Montgomery County Memorial Library System – Central Library | Wednesday (3/11) at 11:15 AM – Need to burn some toddler energy that isn’t your living room? Central Library’s Toddler Storytime delivers stories, songs, and zero judgment on snack bribes. Tickets are free, limited, and handed out just before, and every person must be there to nab theirs, infants included.

🎤 Open Mic Night: Singing Edition @ The Ferm Meadery | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – The Ferm’s Open Mic, Singing Edition, hosted by the lovely Deanna Haughey, is your chance to stop serenading the steering wheel and try a real stage. She kicks things off, then singers, songwriters, or the occasional tuba take over, with mead, paninis, and no cover.

📖 Reader’s Night: Alamo Day @ Epiphany Lounge | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – Whether your TBR stack could double as a coffee table or you want an excuse to talk books with grownups, this free shindig delivers. Swap reads, browse bookish merch from local vendors, and meet local authors. No cannon fire, just paperbacks.

🌱 Arbor Day @ H-E-B (12350 Interstate 45 N., Willis, TX) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Whether your yard is a blank slate or you can’t resist a shade tree, Willis HEB’s giving away free trees for Arbor Day. Master Gardeners will steer you through potted and bare root picks, redbud and live oak included, and they go faster than kolaches.

🎤 Texas Voodoo Choir @ Lucy Blues | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 PM – Whether you’re fluent in swamp rock or just miss guitars that cry, Texas Voodoo Choir rolls into Lucy Blues with BBQ-fueled riffs, voodoo grooves, and floor-rattling soul. The show’s rescheduled, the cover is zero, the drinks are cold, and the grin is mandatory.

🖍 Color Your Calm @ R.F. Meador Branch Library (Willis) | Tuesday (3/17) at 4:00 PM – Send your teen to R. F. Meador Library for an unplugged reset, with lo-fi beats, every colored pencil under the sun, and easy conversation. It’s for ages 13 to 17, space and supplies are limited, so register each teen at countylibrary.org/calendar.php, then bask in quiet.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Conroe report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 85°F – Low: 71°F – Precip: 20%

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 76°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 93%

Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 76. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy. Low around 51, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. North wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

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