Conroe News

The 4th of July Festivities in Conroe will kick off this year on July 3rd with a free concert at The Outlets at Conroe, featuring The Cody Johnson Band. “The Outlets will also be hosting an “After Dark” sale during the event,” said Holli Conley, the Conroe Convention and Visitor’s Bureau tourism coordinator. Then, on July 4, The Conroe Jazz and More Society will be hosting an Independence Day Music Fest and Parade from 1 to 9 p.m. at the Heritage Park. In addition to the free festival, the CJMS offers a wide variety of music, including gospel, R&B, rock, country and zydeco plus a downtown parade!

If fireworks are your thing, then head out to the lake where two of the local communities will be hosting Fireworks on Lake Conroe to celebrate this great day of Independence. Beginning at dusk, displays will be provided at Walden on Lake Conroe and at Seven Coves. For an unforgettable day, book the lunch or dinner cruise on The Southern Empress for a mystical and romantic display of lights. 

Day or night, all weekend long, there is much to do in Conroe to celebrate Independence Day!

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According to Montgomery County Parks and Recreation, the fishing on Lake Conroe is still good, thanks to the warm weather. With lake temperatures holding steady around 80 degrees and a clear view into the slightly below pool level water, it’s easy to see why Memorial Day fishing is expected to exceed expectations.

Local Del Lago fishing guide, and owner of Wet Hook, Carl Bostic reports “bass are in their post spawn mode most are back around the main lake humps, riprap, and brush in 13 feet and once the sun is up around the boat docks. Bostic goes on to say that “catfish are still good on baited holes.”

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Conroe residents can get excited to welcome the Toyota Texas Bass Classic (TTBC) – the world championship of the Professional Anglers Association Tournament Series – October 16-18, 2009 at Lake Conroe, TX.

This three day competition will feature the world’s top tournament bass anglers, but it isn’t just for fishing fans - the TTBC is proud to team with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to offer “Texas Parks and Wildlife Outdoor Adventures.” The “adventures” are family friendly exhibits which include a Kid’s Fishing Pond, Sharelunker Trailer, Archery Range and much more.

The weekend events include great food and extraordinary live music from top artists such as the Kyle Hunt Band, Julianne Hough and Josh Turner among others. There will be a fishing industry expo featuring seminars on the latest in fishing equipment, gear and accessories. The Toyota Texas Bass Classic is also a great way for Conroe businesses to increase their positive limelight and get their service out to more customers. Proceeds will go to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

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