Graystone Hills residents and spectators are invited to join in an interactive conversation with the community through commenting.
Posted on Sep 23, 2009 | Tagged in: education , Conroe , charity
Posted on Sep 15, 2009 | Tagged in: Lake Conroe , events , Conroe
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.
Posted on Sep 12, 2009 | Tagged in: people , events
Woodlands author Richard M. Martin recently published his second book, ‘Welford Street Miracles’. The new book recalls past experiences and lessons Martin learned over the course of his life and also includes stories of the history and miracles that happened on Welford Street in Port Arthur, TX.
“The inspiration came from stories that were told in the family from the 1930s … through the 1980s about miracles that were told around the neighborhood,” Martin said.
On September 12th, Hastings, located at 1306 W. Davis St, will host a book signing for ‘Welford Street Miracles’ from 1-4 pm.
Posted on Sep 4, 2009 | Tagged in: people , community , charity
On the 64th anniversary of the end of World War II, Conroe war veteran and retired U.S. Air Force 1st Lieutenant Joseph Smith, 89, presented a framed survival map, issued to bomber flight crews on combat missions in World War II, to Lone Star Honor Flight (LSHF) as thanks for their efforts in appreciating World War II veterans.
"I'm grateful to the Honor Flight folks for what they're doing," said Smith. "This is a fine thing they are doing for veterans."
This 32-inch silk survival map showed pilots details on major ocean currents in the East China Sea. Should the pilot have to eject or abandon their plane, the maps helped them know what conditions they should expect and how to direct rescuers. "The silk maps could survive water, wind and being stuffed in a pocket," Smith said. "We hung onto them during missions. I hung onto them after the war."
Posted on Aug 31, 2009 | Tagged in: people
Graystone Hills wishes Happy Birthday to Graystone Hills advisory board member Dave Roedel. Dave is a team leader at the Coldwell Banker United office in Conroe. Best Wishes Dave!
Friendswood Development Company, the developer of Graystone Hills, Conroe's only master-planned community, welcomed members of the Conroe Ladies Association.
Guests toured the beautiful wooded Graystone Hills community and decorated models by Trendmaker Homes, D.R. Horton Homes, Village Builders, Meritage Homes and Lennar.
The event included an update on Graystone Hills, its sales success and a catered luncheon.
Posted on Aug 31, 2009 | Tagged in: The Woodlands
Coldwell Banker United, Realtors has gathered all of its Woodlands-area real estate agents together into a new facility.
The 90 agents — from the broker’s Grogan’s Mill and Research Forest offices — cover The Woodlands as well as northwest Harris and southern Montgomery counties.
Coldwell Banker’s combined office, located at 4225 Research Forest Dr., also houses Access Title.
Posted on Aug 28, 2009 | Tagged in: Montgomery County , healthcare , Conroe
Residents of South Montgomery County will now be able to receive health care through Memorial Hermann Woodlands Hospital.
Tuesday The Montgomery County Hospital District board authorized an agreement to bring MCHD's Health Care Assistance Program into the hospital. The district also has a provider agreement with Conroe Regional Medical Center and recently even added Cleveland and Tomball.
In a statement to MCHD board members, MCHD CEO Allen Johnson said "This is a big move," and that"In the 11 or 12 years since I’ve been here, we’ve not had Memorial Hermann as an option for indigent patients." "This is a major accomplishment, especially for those living in South County."
Posted on Aug 27, 2009 | Tagged in: travel , Conroe ISD
Graystone Hills residents should be wary when driving through Conroe I.S.D.'s and other schools' school zones, as a new state law will prohibit the use of wireless communication devices while operating a vehicle in a school zone. Violators must pay a fine of up to $200 per violation.
House Bill 55 is set to take effect on September 1, and is intended to promote the safety of students. The law will be in full affect in all of Texas.
A few facts about the law:
- Provisions under the law will allow drivers to use cell phones in school zones with a hands-free device or when their vehicle is stopped.
- School bus drivers will be affected, too.
- The law is an amendment of the Texas Transportation Code, section545.425.
- An additional exception is provided in emergency situations, when a driver needs to use a cell phone in a school zone to contact police, fire, or emergency medical personnel.
We beg Graystone Hills residents to heed this new law, as it is designed with the safety of you and your children in mind!
Tess Wergeland won $1,000 from Graystone Hills. Wergeland picked up a drawing form at the community's display in The Woodlands Mall and returned it to one of the builder sales offices in the community to be eligible for the drawing. Just in time for back to school shopping! Congrats Tess!
(Tess is pictured with Christine Draughn, Friendswood Development Company North Houston Marketing Director)
